The Killing of Sam Speer (8/10 Mi. w., Hwy. 290; and 200 Yds. S)
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Marker Text: On Dec. 24, 1876, a band of Indians killed Sam Speer, only 17 years of age, who was driving in horses near here. A 50-caliber gun his brother was using failed to fire.
This was the last Indian murder in Kimble County. Speer is buried in the North Llano Cemetery. (1967) Marker No: 5007
Aluminum 14 x 24 Subject Marker
Geographic: 30.514717,-99.769836
Location: near airport, 1.5 miles north on US 377/83
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