Rock Barn
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Marker Text: Built 1891 by F. M. Patton, a rancher; native stone with cottonwood framing. Part of lumber came from abandoned Fort Elliott. Barn was one of first in county; used to store prairie hay, alfalfa.
W. G. Stiles family, owners, purchased ranch in 1901. (1967) Marker No: 3955
Medallion & Plate
Geographic: 35.469002, -100.080139
Location: From Wheeler, take S.H. 152 east about 10 miles; turn north onto private drive to barn site, about 2 miles on private property (Patton Ranch)
Thanks to Mr. Stiles for allowing as access to the property
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