Elise Waerenskjold
(1815 - 1895) Gifted pioneer whose 1846-1895 writings brought many settlers to Texas from her native Norway. Countrymen also found her home open to newcomers. She is now called "Lady with the Pen". She and her husband had 3 sons, many descendants.
31.7091° N, 98.1282° W
Where to Find It
Howard Cemetery (corner of Howard and Gentry Streets) (enter at north entrance, marker is in middle by cedar tree), Hamilton
Nearby Markers
- 0.3 mi SE Francis Marion Graves Home Hamilton
- 0.3 mi S United Methodist Church Hamilton
- 0.4 mi E Presbyterian Church Hamilton
- 0.4 mi SE Col. George R. Freeman Hamilton
- 0.4 mi SE Saint Mary's Episcopal Church Hamilton
- 0.4 mi SE Hamilton National Bank Hamilton