Wilson County News

Local oak tree stands as tribute to Sam Fore Jr.

Clarence Ehlers shares the story of Sam Fore Jr. and his tree from an article written by Roy L. Swift and published by the Texas State Historical Association on Jan. 1, 1995. “There is an oak tree on the Floresville Methodist Church property with a plaque at the base of the tree. The plaque states, ‘This tree was given by President Lyndon B. Johnson from his Texas Ranch in memory of Sam Fore Jr., for 61 years of outstanding service as member and lay leader of Floresville Methodist Church. Dedicated February 18, 1968.’ President and Mrs. Johnson, with Governor John...

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