Historical Marker
Absolam Jett
Historical marker location:
Orange, Texas
( Business 90, 5 mi. NE from Orange in Jett Cemetery)
Marker installed: 1956
Born in Louisiana in 1812. Arrived in Texas, 1824. Served in the Army of Texas, 1836. Member of Captain Benjamin J. Harper's Company. Died 1878. His wife, was Mary Arthur Jett.
Erected by the State of Texas, 1956.
Texas is known for its barbecue, and one of the most famous barbecue restaurants in the state is Kreuz Market in Lockhart. The restaurant has been in operation since 1900 and is still family-owned.