Home of Stephen Bethel Strawn (April 30, 1837 - March 9, 1921)
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Location: Corner of Binney and Hickson Streets, Strawn
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Marker Text: Born in Giles county, Tennessee. Came to Palo Pinto County, 1859, among first settlers in region. Married Jane Allen, July 18, 1860. Served in Co. B, State Troops, during Civil War, protecting frontier. Built this house in mid-1870s. Founded city of Strawn, 1880, to encourage Texas & Pacific Railway company to build through area. He was landowner, rancher, and banker, with interests in local coal mining activities. (1973)
Marker No: 5104
Medallion & Plate
Texas Historic Landmark
Geographic: 32° 33' 29.79655999992", -98° 29' 55.30340000004"
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