Deaf Smith County
Formed from Young and Bexar
Territories
Created August 21, 1876
Organized October 3, 1890
Named in honor of
Erastus “Deaf” Smith
1787-1837
Came to Texas in 1821
Rendered valuable service as a scout and
spy during the Texas Revolution
and was conspicuous for his bravery
in the Battle of San Jacinto
County Seat, La Plata
Frequently called Grenada, 1890-1898
Hereford, since 1899
Marker is at the intersection of Sampson Street and East 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north on Sampson Street.
Courtesy hmdb.org
