Historical Marker
Armistead Albert Aldrich
Historical marker location:
East Pease Street, Crockett, Texas
( Glenwood Cemetery (north sector))
Marker installed: 1972
Author - " History of Houston County, Texas" Armistead Albert Aldrich (April 10, 1858 -- Aug. 22, 1945)
Born in Crockett, son of Oliver Cromwell and Eliza (Masters) Aldrich. Educated at University of Virginia, he was admitted to the bar in 1883. Elected City Alderman, 1890; County Judge, 1892; State Representative, 1900. Served as Presidential Elector, 1936. He was on the Board of Trustees of Austin College for 30 years.
Married Miss Willie Arledge; They brought up six children.
He was active in historical preservation until his death.
Recorded - 1972.