Dayton in Liberty County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Judge Walter S. Neel Home

Photographed By James Hulse, April 13, 2022

1. Judge Walter S. Neel Home Marker

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Built in 1917 by Dayton newspaper owner, editor, publisher and Justice of the Peace Walter S. Neel on a 1.66 acre lot he purchased in 1914, this house is a typical American foursquare style home. Constructed in two months, the four bedroom house cost $2,500. In 1926, after helping the city of Dayton incorporate, Judge Neel served as the city's first mayor and the local rotary club president. He was also a city alderman, city historian and secretary. His notable civic achievements include helping form and equip the local fire department and establishing the waterworks. Judge Neel lived in the house with his wife, Selma, until he died in 1962. The house remained in the Neel family until 1971. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2014

Erected 2014 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 17824.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1917.

Location. 30° 3.148′ N, 94° 53.582′ W. Marker is in Dayton, Texas, in Liberty County. Marker is at

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Photographed By James Hulse, April 13, 2022

2. The Judge Walter S. Neel Home and Marker

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the intersection of North Main Street and Oakdale Street, on the left when traveling north on North Main Street. The marker is located at the front entrance of the house by the street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1204 North Main Street, Dayton TX 77535, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Dayton's Volunteer Fire Department (approx. half a mile away); Dayton World War II Memorial (approx. half a mile away); Dayton Egg Circle (approx. half a mile away); The Murder of Louis "Frenchy" Cashat (approx. half a mile away); 1937 Dayton City Hall (approx. half a mile away); Early History of Dayton's African American Community (approx. 0.6 miles away); Dayton's Early Economy (approx. 0.6 miles away); Dayton's Early History (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dayton.

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Photographed By James Hulse, April 13, 2022

3. The view of the Judge Walter S. Neel Home

Credits. This page was last revised on April 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 16, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 67 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 17, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.