A Great Part Of History With Roots From Right Here Under Our Feet.
This Narrative From Frank Stiles.
Born in the Miller Community, also known as Jenks Branch, midway between Leander and Liberty Hill, Texas. . Performed for royalty in europe, in madison square garden, starred in movies, and much more. Was eulogized by Will Rogers on his national radio show. Will Rogers also served as Bill Pickett’s hazer in his earlier days in rodeo bulldogging events. Bill Pickett mentored Will Rodgers, Tom Mix, and many others that went on to become motion picture stars and entertainers in the movies and wild west shows.
Born on December 5, 1870, of black and Cherokee Indian descent, Bill Pickett was one of the first great rodeo cowboys and is credited with inventing the sport of bulldogging.
Meet William “Bill” Pickett – Texas Bull-Dogger
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