Banister, John R.
Santa Anna br/Coleman County, Texas br/Santa Anna Cemetery br/31 44.073' N 99 18.858' W br/br/Historical Marker: (May 24, 1854 - Aug. 2, 1918) Missouri native John Banister left home in 1867 and came to Texas. He received training as a cowboy and participated in several cattle drives to northern markets. Banister served with his brother, Will, as a Texas Ranger and participated in the capture of outlaw Sam Bass. Other contributions to the state included his service as a railway officer, inspector for the Cattle Raisers' Association, and Coleman County sheriff.