Dr. P. D. Coulson
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Born near Morganton, Tenn. He enlisted, May 22, 1861, as private in 3rd Tenn. Inf., Confederate Army. Promoted to surgeon with rank of major, 1862, he saw much action -- First Manassas, Shiloh, Corinth, Vicksburg, Atlanta, other battles. Was twice wounded. Came to Texas after Civil War. Served as first county judge of Sterling County in 1890s.
County judge of Coke county, 1907 - 1910. Married Etheldra Ann Johnson. Had four sons, four daughters.
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