Baylor University for Boys
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Marker Text: On this site stood one of the early buildings of Baylor University erected for boys in 1851, and torn down in 1934; The institution was incorporated February 1, 1845 under the laws of the Republic of Texas; named for Robert Emmett Bledsoe Baylor who with Reverend William M. Tryon secured the charter; Henry L. Graves was elected first president January 12, 1846; consolidated with Waco University in 1886 and moved to Waco; Baylor University; The oldest existing educational institution in Texas; continues in unselfish service; Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana. (1936)
Marker No: 8301
Gray Granite 1936 Centennial Marker
Geographic; 30.316019,-96.346062
Location:FM 50, .4 mile south of FM 390, Independence.
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