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Remains of Judge Williamson Moved to State Cemetery
The three legged Judge Robert M Williamson, noted jurist of the Republic of Texas, was moved from Wharton to the State Cemetery in Austin. On Thursday March 15 a funeral service was held in the Senate Chamber at 4 pm with Senator Holbrook delivering the oration and Pallbearers including Senators Wirtz Beck Witt, W S Barron, R A Fuchs, HN Graves. The Daughters of the Republic assisted as chaplain led prayer.
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Robert Moit
Willie
Republic of Texas
Wharton
Austin
Senate
T. J. Holbrook
Galveston
A. J. Wirtz
E H. Beck
Edgar E. Witt
W. S. Barron