​Site of Barnett-Hamrick Settlement, 1855-1895

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Marker Text: John W. Barnett and family with sons-in-law, Burrell L. and Tom P. L. Hamrick settled large tract of land here. Founded community of Simpson Creek. Were first in area to farm as well to irrigate crops. Were active in local commerce. Helped organize county. First camp meeting and one of first schools were held here. (1969) 

Marker No: 307

Aluminum 20 x 20 Subject Marker ​

Geographic: 31..194855, -98.670006

Location: From San Saba, go east on FM 190 about 4 miles