Lee W. Henslee

Historical marker location:

Caldwell, Texas

( Masonic Cemetery, 11th and Hall St. (marker is in block 4 off main road through cemetery), Caldwell)

Marker installed: 1968

(1872 - 1927)

Native of Burleson County; was named county sheriff in 1902; served in era when law and order were challenged.

"Mr. Lee" seldom used a gun, commanding respect through quiet persuasion. His family lived in the county jail. He became tax collector, 1916.