Moved as a baby to Texas in 1851. Parents located in Tyler Texas. Studied law under Gov. O.M. Roberts - admitted to the bar at age 21. Entered into law partnership with his father. At age 35, in 1885, he was appointed by Gov. Ireland to a vacancy on the Supreme Court.
Moved as a baby to Texas in 1851. Parents located in Tyler Texas. Studied law under Gov. O.M. Roberts - admitted to the bar at age 21. Entered into law partnership with his father. At age 35, in 1885, he was appointed by Gov. Ireland to a vacancy on the Supreme Court.
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Grave Marker with name only, and Vault: "Sawnie Robertson, October 5, 1850 - June 21, 1892. The gift of God is eternal life. --- Ellen Boren Robertson, his wife, June 2 1855 - October 24, 1914"
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Separate grave marker from wife but shares vault inscription
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