2.5 Mi East is Birthplace of
Stanley Walker
(1898-1962)
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Marker Text: Noted Texas journalist and editor. Began his career in Austin and Dallas. From 1920 to 1935 was with New York "Herald-Tribune", where as City Editor he trained many writers. Also was on staff of Philadelphia "Ledger". He wrote "The Night Club Era", "Mrs. Astor's Horse", 5 other books, many articles. Spent last years here. (1966)
Marker No: 5097
20 x 20 Aluminum Subject Marker
Geographic: 31° 13.543′ N, 98° 10.487′ W
Location: Intersection of U.S. 281 and Farm to Market Road 1690
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