Old Rock House
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Marker Text: First permanent dwelling in this region. Built in 1870 by Henry Fleming, first sheriff in the Panhandle, who held court here until courthouse was built. Constructed of native stone. Foundations made by digging trench in ground and placing large rocks to make walls 18 inches thick, 10 feet high. (1964)
Marker No: 1912
Medallion & Plate
Geographic: 35.494335, -100.422890
Location: From Wheeler, take S.H. 152 northwest about 9 miles to county road "H"; take road about 1 mile to private ranch entrance (Jim Fleming Ranch)
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Thanks to Mr. Van Zandt for allowing us to access this property