Gilmer in Upshur County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Upshur County Bell
Photographed by James Hulse, November 8, 2020
1. Upshur County Bell Marker
This bell was rung every day for many years in the early 1900's by W.A. Roberts to signal six o'clock P.M. Closing time for all businesses; to call the firemen and citizens together when needed, and for all momentous occasions, including end of World War I.
Donated by heirs of W.A. Roberts, 7-4-76
Erected by Upshur County.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells series list.
Location. 32° 43.774′ N, 94° 56.691′ W. Marker is in Gilmer, Texas, in Upshur County. It is at the intersection of Buffalo Street and Davis Street, on the right when traveling east on Buffalo Street. The marker and bell are located on the northwest corner of the Upshur County Courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Gilmer TX 75644, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, and in the Piney Woods. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Looney School (a few steps from this marker); Upshur County, C. S. A. / Emma Sansom Johnson (within shouting distance of this marker); Cherokee Trace (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sam Houston Spoke Here (about 300 feet away); 1925 Gilmer Post Office
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Photographed by James Hulse, November 8, 2020
2. Upshur County Bell
Credits. This page was last revised on November 29, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 28, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 620 times since then and 56 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 28, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
