Post in Garza County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Garza County
Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 16, 2015
1. Garza County Marker
Marker has become weather worn.
Created in 1876, attached to Borden County 1891-1907. Organization came July 8, 1907 at the OS Ranch. According to legend, even the horses "voted" to gain the required 75 ballots. First court was held under a tent; first courthouse built in 1908.
It is to the memory of these pioneer men who became the first county officials that this marker is dedicated in sincere appreciation for the part they played in the organization and development of Garza County:
J.M. Boren, County Judge; O.B. Kelly, Sheriff; H.B. Murray, Clerk; B.F. Wilks, Treasurer; D.W. Stiles, Tax Assessor; M. L. Harkey, County Attorney; A.L. Duren, Justice of the Peace; Marion McGinty, Constable; H.C. Callis, Hide & Animal Inspector; Commissioners: Sam C. Wilks, Jobie Davies, J.L. Barrow, W.V. Roy.
Erected 1965 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 2107.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Political Subdivisions. A significant historical date for this entry is July 8, 1907.
Location. 33° 11.457′ N, 101° 22.872′ W. Marker is in Post, Texas, in Garza County. Marker is at the intersection of North Avenue L and Main Street, on the right when traveling south on North Avenue L. Touch for map.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Garza County Courthouse (here, next to this marker); Charles W. Post (here, next to this marker); Mrs. Merriweather Post (here, next to this marker); Garza County Roll of Honor (a few steps from this marker); Faith Lutheran Church (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old Post Sanitarium (approx. 0.2 miles away); Mason Memorial Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); Old Post High School (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Post.
Also see . . . Wikipedia article on Garza County. (Submitted on September 20, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.)
Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 16, 2015
2. Garza County Courthouse and markers.
Second marker from right in front of Garza County Courthouse.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on September 20, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 388 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 20, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
