First Schoolhouse
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Marker Text: Built in 1852 by J.L. O'Conner at Center Point with cypress logs (12 by 14 inches) cut from nearby Guadalupe River. Mortar was a hand-mixed solution of baked lime and sand dug from local shallow pits.
The making of cypress shakes for roofing was first industry along Guadalupe in Kerr County. Cabin served as first school for pioneer Texas children in Center Point community in 1858. Moved to Y.O. Ranch; restored. (1967) Marker No: 1863
Medallion & Plate
Texas Historic Landmark
Geographic: 30.207237, -99.669914
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Location: from Mountain Home take SH 41 approximately 15.2 miles to Y.O. Ranch, Mountain Home
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