Judge James Nathan Browning

Judge James Nathan Browning (HM1O1F)

Location: Amarillo, TX 79107 Potter County
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Country: United States of America
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N 35° 14.339', W 101° 49.987'

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— (1850-1921) —

  Cowboy, lawyer, state official and jurist. Born in Arkansas, Browning received only a few months formal education, but taught himself by reading at night by the dim light of a pine knot. At 16, he came with his family to Cooke County, Texas, but later moved west to become a cowboy. His first job as a trail hand opened a nine-year career as a cattleman.

  His quick mind and desire for knowledge led him to begin the study of law with a law firm at Fort Griffin. Admitted to the Bar in 1876, he began a dual career of public service and private practice that continued through moves to Mobeetie, Clarendon and Amarillo. He was named first district attorney of the 31st Judicial District, a sprawling area taking in the entire Panhandle; he often had to ride hundreds of lonely miles to attend court. He was elected (1882) State Representative from the 43rd District (which included 69 counties). Re-elected in 1884, 1886, 1890, he became a popular champion of the rights of small farmers and settlers against big ranching interests. He served as Lieutenant Governor, 1898-1902; and on the Board of Regents, University of Texas, 1903-1907.

  From 1906 to 1914 he served as District Judge in Amarillo. Twice married, he had 10 children.
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HM NumberHM1O1F
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Marker Number2545
Year Placed1969
Placed ByState Historical Survey Committee
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Date Added Sunday, September 20th, 2015 at 9:03pm PDT -07:00
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UTM (WGS84 Datum)14S E 242191 N 3903225
Decimal Degrees35.23898333, -101.83311667
Degrees and Decimal MinutesN 35° 14.339', W 101° 49.987'
Degrees, Minutes and Seconds35° 14' 20.34" N, 101° 49' 59.22" W
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Area Code(s)806
Which side of the road?Marker is on the right when traveling South
Closest Postal AddressAt or near Funfest Blvd, Amarillo TX 79107, US
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