Norfleet, J. Frank, 1864-1967

Pioneer rancher, horseman, and manhunter. Born in Lampasas, Texas in 1865. Worked as the first foreman of the Spade Ranch until he saved enough money to start his own ranch in 1904. He was swindled out of $30,000 in 1919, and began a 15-year manhunt that resulted in the capture of an estimated 100 men, and Norfleet being nicknamed "The Little Tiger" by a national magazine that covered the story. His experiences are outlined in an autobiography, entitled "Norfleet." Married to Elza Huggins in 1894, the couple had 3 children. Retired to Hale Center, Texas, in 1954. Mr. Norfleet died in 1967.

From the description of Papers, ca. 1925-1971. (Texas Tech University). WorldCat record id: 24617262