In line with this, on the website of our local sheriff's department, http://www.brazoria-county.com/sheriff/History/history_frame.htm I found this: WILLIAM W. MASTERS Was elected the second sheriff of Brazoria County of the Republic of Texas on February 6, 1843 and served until February 3, 1845. Eventually, I would like to find out more about this gentleman, even though I am certain that there is no relation. Dave Masters