On June 25, 1877, Erath County Sheriff James Mastin was murdered while attempting to arrest a horse thief. He has now lain in an unmarked grave in Stephenville West End Cemetery for 140 years.
On June 25, 2017, he will be honored with a monument dedication ceremony on the east side of the Erath County Courthouse. We are honoring not only Sheriff Mastin, but also all the law enforcement officers in our great state for their dedication to keeping a safe place for all our citizens.
Please help us honor these brave men by attending
June 25, 2017 at the Erath County Courthouse (East Side) at 3:00 p.m.
Sponsored by:
Stephenville Masonic Lodge #267
2nd Texas Frontier District Camp #1904, SCV
Major George B. Erath Chapter 2679, UDC
Event Description:On June 25, 1877, Erath County Sheriff James Mastin was murdered while attempting to arrest a horse thief. He has now lain in an unmarked grave in Stephenville West End Cemetery for 140 years.