Historical Marker
Jeff Hamilton
Historical marker location:
Belton, Texas
( East Belton Cemetery, Taylor's Valley Rd, Belton (grave is in middle - eastern part of cemetery))
Marker installed: 1976
Jeff Hamilton (d. April 3, 1941)
A Kentucky-born slave who was brought to Texas as a child, Jeff Hamilton became San Houston's personal servant, companion of his young sons, and a trusted member of his household. Hamilton served Houston while he was governor, 1859-1861, and until his death in 1863. Later Hamilton worked for many years as the custodian of Mary Hardin-Baylor College. A resident of the Temple-Belton area of over 50 years, he was married and had eleven children.
Recorded - 1976.