Historical Marker
Thomas M. Stell
Historical marker location:
Cuero, Texas
( (Hillside Cemetery),East end of Reuss Street, Cuero)
Marker installed: 1967
Born in Florida; came to Texas in childhood. A cowboy in youth -- drove cattle to Kansas, Wyoming. Attended Covey College, Concrete.
Appointed sheriff of De Witt County, 1892; he served 15 years. Used persuasiveness and tact in handling duties. One of the prisoners he held was notorious gunman John Wesley Hardin.
Married twice; father of five children. Member of Old Trail Drivers Association; president, Texas Sheriffs Association.
Recorded - 1967.