Chalkley McArtor Beeson | |
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![]() Chalkley Beeson, Dodge City, Kansas | |
Born | Salem, Ohio, United States | April 24, 1848
Died | August 9, 1912 Dodge City, Kansas, United States | (aged 64)
Other names | Chalk |
Occupation(s) | Hunting Party Guide Cattle Rancher Musician Saloon Owner Sheriff of Dodge City Ford County state representative (1903-1908) |
Known for | Owner of Long Branch Saloon |
Spouse | Ida Gause |
Children | Stella Beeson (1877-1877), Merritt Beeson ( 1878-1956), Claude L. Beeson (1881-1886), Allen B. Beeson (1885-1889), T.S. Beeson (1888-1900) and Otero Beeson ( 1889-1944) |
Chalkley McArtor "Chalk" Beeson (April 24, 1848 – August 9, 1912) was a well-known businessman, lawman, cattleman and musician but was best known for his ownership of the famous Long Branch Saloon in Dodge City, Kansas.