Canyon in Randall County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Mary E. Hudspeth House
Photographed By Jeff Leichsenring, July 31, 2023
1. Mary E. Hudspeth House Marker
Inscription.
Mary E. Hudspeth House. . Built in 1909 by Thomas P. Turk, this home was originally located at 402 Palo Duro Street. After the establishment of West Texas State University in 1910, it was moved here to serve as a residence for faculty and students. Mary E. Hudspeth (1874-1943), a member of the college faculty, rented rooms in the house at its original site. She continued to occupy it following its relocation for a total of 33 years, as renter and owner. A noted educator, Hudspeth served as chairman of the Modern Languages Department at West Texas State University.
Built in 1909 by Thomas P. Turk, this home was originally located at 402 Palo Duro Street. After the establishment of West Texas State University in 1910, it was moved here to serve as a residence for faculty and students. Mary E. Hudspeth (1874-1943), a member of the college faculty, rented rooms in the house at its original site. She continued to occupy it following its relocation for a total of 33 years, as renter and owner. A noted educator, Hudspeth served as chairman of the Modern Languages Department at West Texas State University.
Erected 1988 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 3236.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1909.
Location. 34° 58.8′ N, 101° 55.383′ W. Marker is in Canyon, Texas, in Randall County. Marker is on 4th Avenue (State Highway 217) west of 20th Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1905 4th Avenue, Canyon TX 79015, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 4, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 590 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos:1. submitted on August 1, 2023, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on June 4, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.