Dublin in Erath County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Early Commercial Building

Photographed By James Hulse, April 28, 2024

1. Early Commercial Building Marker

Inscription. Constructed of wood about 1880 by Joseph E. Bishop, son-in-law of A.H. and Sarah Jane Dobkins, founders of Dublin. Veneered 1895 with native stone, and remodeled 1943, 1965. Colorful, important occupants have included banks, medical clinics, a drugstore, newspaper plant, saloons, a dress shop.

Building donated 1971 to Dublin Historical Society by Grace Prim Lyon, in memory of her husband, G.A. (Ted) Lyon (1894-1944)

Erected 1972 by State Historical Survey. (Marker Number 1341.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1880.

Location. 32° 5.094′ N, 98° 20.495′ W. Marker is in Dublin, Texas, in Erath County. Marker is at the intersection of East Blackjack Street and South Grafton Street, on the right when traveling east on East Blackjack Street. The marker is located on the right side of the front entrance to the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 121 E Blackjack St, Dublin TX 76446, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Dr. Harlan L. Raley (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr Pepper Texas (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dublin National Bank (about 400 feet away); Dublin Dr Pepper Bottling Company

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(about 400 feet away); First National Cutting Horse Association-Sanctioned Cutting (about 500 feet away); Dublin Rodeo (about 500 feet away); Welcome to the W.M. Wright Historical Park (about 700 feet away); a different marker also named Welcome to the W.M. Wright Historical Park (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dublin.

Photographed By James Hulse, April 28, 2024

2. Early Commercial Building Marker

The view of the Early Commercial Building and Marker from across the street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, April 28, 2024

3. The view of the Early Commercial Building and Marker from across the street

Credits. This page was last revised on May 5, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 50 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 5, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.