Lingleville

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Marker Text: Founded in 1884 by Jacob C. Lingle, the town of Lingleville originally covered a ten-block area. A post office was established in 1885, and by 1892 the community boasted stores, blacksmith shops, a mill, gin, and three churches. Although bypassed by the railroad, the town thrived and soon included education facilities and more businesses. Almost completely devastated by a downtown robbery and fire in 1901, the town rallied and rebuilt. The 1919 oil boom at the nearby Desdemona oil field brought increased settlement and business to Lingleville. (1990)

Marker No: 3090

ALuminum 18 x 28 Subject Marker

Geographic: N 32° 14.671 W 098° 22.384

Location: Main Street, FM 8, Lingleville