Sheriff Joe H. Snow

Historical marker location:

Angleton, Texas

( Angleton Cemetery)

Marker installed: 1967

(1872 - 1920)

Born in West Columbia, Texas. Married; had one son. Served as justice of the peace, Precinct 2, 1900-1912. Was appointed deputy sheriff of Brazoria County in 1913; elected sheriff in 1918; reelected for an additional 2-year term.

Was killed in line of duty after long horseback chase to arrest a suspected horse thief.

A brave, conscientious officer, who sacrificed his life in his service to the public.

Recorded, 1967.

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