David A BowlesAug 9, 20231 minWilliam H. Cushney 1819-1852New York born William H. Cushney 1819-1852 became a “First Footer of the Republic of Texas” in 1840. He served in the Texas Army before...
David A BowlesAug 7, 20231 minTravis County Treasurer Killed in 1841On August 7, 1841, the mutilated body of Travis County Treasurer, Thomas W. Smith was found outside the town limits of Austin. Sheriff...