Honoring Tradition and Ranching in South Texas
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![“Tex [Albert Sager Elliott] didn’t make many mistakes about important things. He knew everything about water, land and livestock," said his wife Jan.](/sites/default/files/styles/wide/public/2023-11/Elliot%20Family.jpg?itok=fI0TthlL)
This article delves into the remarkable legacy of the Elliott family, South Texas ranchers with a deep-rooted connection to the land and a commitment to tradition. It all began with a young Tex Elliott, who, at the age of ten, embarked on a journey from Port Arthur to Laredo, driven by his passion for cattle ranching and the influence of his grandfather, A. E. "Lonnie" Gates.