Carthage in Panola County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Carthage Book Club
Photographed By Brian Anderson, May 20, 2022
1. Carthage Book Club Marker
Inscription.
Carthage Book Club. . In 1907, twelve area women, including Texas' first woman senator, Margie Neal, established the circulating book club. Focusing on civic and social issues in addition to literacy, the club's first major project was to raise funds for Carthage's first sidewalk, connecting downtown to the Santa Fe Railway. In 1922, members established a clubhouse and ladies' restroom, which met the needs of rural women visiting town for trade and business. The club also opened a public library, maintained a Red Cross workroom during World Wars I and II, and led beautification projects, including revitalization of the town square. Today, the Carthage Book Club continues to promote the civic, social, and literary welfare of the community.
In 1907, twelve area women, including Texas' first woman senator, Margie Neal, established the circulating book club. Focusing on civic and social issues in addition to literacy, the club's first major project was to raise funds for Carthage's first sidewalk, connecting downtown to the Santa Fe Railway. In 1922, members established a clubhouse and ladies' restroom, which met the needs of rural women visiting town for trade and business. The club also opened a public library, maintained a Red Cross workroom during World Wars I and II, and led beautification projects, including revitalization of the town square. Today, the Carthage Book Club continues to promote the civic, social, and literary welfare of the community.
Erected 2010 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 16352.)
Location. 32° 9.455′ N, 94° 20.312′ W. Marker is in Carthage, Texas, in Panola County. Marker is at the intersection of St. Mary Street (Business U.S. 59) and East Panola Street, on the right when traveling north on St. Mary Street. Marker is located in Senator Margie Neal Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Carthage TX 75633, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 30, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 30, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 103 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on October 30, 2022, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
