Maverick. Founded in the 1870s. Named for Samuel A. Maverick (1803-1870), who came to Texas 1835. Fought in the Texas War for Independence. In Secession Convention, 1861, he was made one of the commissioners to negotiate surrender of United States troops in San Antonio. In 1853 he had land in this important ranching area. #3259
SH 158, about 13.5 mi. W of Ballinger, Ballinger, TX
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by Texas Historical Commission #03259 of the Texas Historical Marker series
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