John Nance Garner (November 12, 1868 - November 7, 1967)
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V A L D E C O U N T Y |
Marker Text: Vice President of U.S. 1933-1941. Began career as Uvalde County Judge 1893-1896. Served in Texas Legislature 1898-1902; in U.S. Congress 1904-1932, where he was, in last term, Speaker of House of Representatives. Also an able trial lawyer, rancher, banker, and benefactor of Southwest Texas Junior College. Married Ettie Rheiner. Had a son, Tully; one grandchild, Genevieve G. Currie.
Known as "Cactus Jack" for his unique western individualism. (1968) |
Marker No: 2794
Grave Marker
Geographic: 29.199083,-99.811691
Location: Old Uvalde Cemetery, Highway 90, Uvalde