White Deer in Carson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Jackson General Store
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, May 2, 2012
1. Jackson General Store Marker
Inscription.
Jackson General Store. . This commercial structure was built at the original townsite of White Deer (0.5 mi. E). It was moved here in 1908, when the present townsite was established. It housed the general merchandise business of J. C. Jackson (d. 1966), a prominent leader in the development of White Deer. In his career as a public servant, Jackson was mayor, postmaster, county judge (1935-41), and precinct commissioner (1947-66). In addition, he and his wife Dolly (d. 1957) were founders of the First Presbyterian Church. The Jacksons maintained their home in the general store building for many years. ,
Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986.
This commercial structure was built at the original townsite of White Deer (0.5 mi. E). It was moved here in 1908, when the present townsite was established. It housed the general merchandise business of J. C. Jackson (d. 1966), a prominent leader in the development of White Deer. In his career as a public servant, Jackson was mayor, postmaster, county judge (1935-41), and precinct commissioner (1947-66). In addition, he and his wife Dolly (d. 1957) were founders of the First Presbyterian Church. The Jacksons maintained their home in the general store building for many years.
Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986
Erected 1986 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 2704.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1908.
Location. 35° 26.103′ N, 101° 10.393′ W. Marker is in White Deer, Texas, in Carson County. Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street and West 2nd Avenue (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling south on South Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 202 South Main Street, White Deer TX 79097, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. White Deer (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hotel at White Deer
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 515 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on May 31, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
