Historical Marker
Turbeville, Sam B.
Historical marker location:
Cooper, Texas
( Oaklawn Cemetery; on FM 1529 and Sherman Rd.)
Marker installed: 1968
(July 4, 1856 - July 8, 1925)
Born in Mississippi. He and his wife, former Saluda Chapman, came to Lamar County, Texas 1879. Moved to Delta County in 1884. His occupation was farming.
Elected Delta County Sheriff in special contested election May 1, 1897. Served 3 additional terms. During service, counseled young people and enforced prohibition. After retirement from office of sheriff, he was appointed U.S. Marshall for Eastern District of Texas.
The state of Texas was once an independent country known as the Republic of Texas. It gained independence from Mexico in 1836 and was a separate nation until it was annexed by the United States in 1845.