Chalkley Beeson

Chalkley McArtor Beeson
Born(1848-04-24)April 24, 1848
Salem, Ohio, United States
DiedAugust 9, 1912(1912-08-09) (aged 64)
Dodge City, Kansas, United States
Other namesChalk
Occupations
  • Hunting party guide
  • Cattle rancher
  • Musician
  • Saloon owner
  • Sheriff of Dodge City
  • Ford County state representative (1903–1908)
Known forOwner of Long Branch Saloon
Spouse
Ida Gause
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(m. 1876)​
Children
  • Stella Beeson (1877-1877)
  • Merritt Beeson (1878–1956)
  • Claude L. Beeson (1881–1886)
  • Allen B. Beeson (1885–1889)
  • T.S. Beeson (1888–1900)
  • 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.

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