Near Hermleigh in Scurry County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Pyron, Texas
(Former Townsite .5 Miles South)
Photographed By James Hulse, July 2, 2021
1. Pyron, Texas Marker
Once a thriving community. Named for Bob Pyron, a rancher who settled on nearby Buffalo Creek before 1890. School was first held in his cellar.
In 1900 town was founded and in 1910 citizens moved 4 miles southeast to be on Santa Fe Railroad. Pyron grew to include 2-story hotel, Odd Fellows hall, stores and a cotton gin. But it declined after a major highway bypassed this site. Post office closed 1952 and today only the railroad crossing sign and a few houses remain. Old settlers gather yearly at cemetery to exchange reminiscences.
Erected 1968 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 4140.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 32° 36.547′ N, 100° 42.012′ W. Marker is near Hermleigh, Texas, in Scurry County. Marker is at the intersection of County Highway 4153 and County Highway 4144, on the right when traveling north on County Highway 4153. The marker is located in the front of the cemetery by the entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 10200 County Road 4153, Hermleigh TX 79526, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 13 miles of this marker, measured
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Photographed By James Hulse, July 2, 2021
2. The Pyron cemetery and the marker
Photographed By James Hulse, July 2, 2021
3. The entrance to the Pyron Cemetery
Credits. This page was last revised on July 13, 2021. It was originally submitted on July 12, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 403 times since then and 119 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 13, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
