Robert J. Rivers

Historical marker location:

710 Main St., Georgetown, Texas

( courthouse grounds)

Marker installed: 1936

In Memory of Robert Jones Rivers

Pioneer patriot, lawyer and orator. Born in Virginia in 1806. Died in Georgetown, December 14, 1854. His eloquence protected the helpless, his wit charmed all.

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