Sheriff James Sidney Talley
Born near Washington-on-the-Brazos; moved 1901 to Ochiltree County. As sheriff, 1908-1944, he used free-wheeling methods and never carried a gun. It was said that generosities kept him poor. At retirement he held record for longer continuous service than any other Texas sheriff. An expert judge of livestock, also ranched throughout career. Did considerable welfare work in retirement years. A Mason, he married Mamie Richardson. Recorded, 1967.
36.2757° N, 100.8175° W
Where to Find It
Ochiltree Cemetery, in southwest section of old cemetery, Block 133, Lot 4 -Section A
Nearby Markers
- 0.4 mi NE Ochiltree Cemetery Perryton
- 0.5 mi NE Ochiltree Townsite Perryton
- 6.8 mi SE Site of the Trading Post Perryton
- 8 mi N Old Blasingame Home Perryton
- 8.3 mi N Colonel William B. Ochiltree Perryton
- 8.3 mi N George Morgan Perry Perryton