Heritage in San Marcos in Hays County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Kone-Yarbrough House
Photographed By Jeff Leichsenring, May 8, 2023
1. Kone-Yarbrough House Marker
Inscription.
Kone-Yarbrough House. . This Victorian residence with its unusual central chimney was erected in 1886 for the growing family of Sam R. Kone, Jr. (1855-1941), a successful merchant, active Mason, and member of the San Marcos City Council, 1914-15. His wife Laura (Smith) (1859-1937) taught art at Coronal Institute before her marriage. Educator Florence Kone (1883-1971), one of six Kone children, lived here 80 years. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert A. Yarbrough, Jr., also owned, occupied, and preserved the home.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1977
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This Victorian residence with its unusual central chimney was erected in 1886 for the growing family of Sam R. Kone, Jr. (1855-1941), a successful merchant, active Mason, and member of the San Marcos City Council, 1914-15. His wife Laura (Smith) (1859-1937) taught art at Coronal Institute before her marriage. Educator Florence Kone (1883-1971), one of six Kone children, lived here 80 years. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert A. Yarbrough, Jr., also owned, occupied, and preserved the home.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1977
Erected 1977 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 10287.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 29° 52.724′ N, 97° 57.099′ W. Marker is in San Marcos, Texas, in Hays County. It is in Heritage. Marker is at the intersection of Belvin Street and Travis Street, on the right when traveling west on Belvin Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 903 Belvin Street, San Marcos TX 78666, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 11, 2023, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. This page has been viewed 61 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on May 11, 2023, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
