Elise Waerenskjold
Hamilton
Hamilton County, Texas
31 42.543' N 98 07.684' W
Directions: Start at the intersection of Howard Street and Gentry Street. The Howard Cemetery is on the southwest corner of the intersection. The marker is located in the northeast corner of the cemetery.
Text: (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.