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Submitted: 2/3/20 • Approved: 2/4/20 • Last Updated: 2/7/20 • R263583-G0-S3
JAMES MENEES LINDSAY
31 Dec 1835 - 3 May 1919
Texas Historical Commission
J. M. Lindsay Graduated From Cumberland Law School in Hus native Tennessee in 1857 and arrived in Gainesville on His 22nd Birthday.
His Political and Legal Career Included The Following Offices:
State Legislator, Member of Gainesville's First City Council Delegate to the 1866 State Constitutional Convention, and Judge of the 16th Judicial District. One of Gainesville's Largest Landowners in his day, Judge Lindsay helped bring the railroad to town, donated land for churches and schools, and developed numerous businesses, resulting in his legacy as a significant civic leader.
Contributed on 2/3/20 by dshw
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