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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1X0I_fort-griffin-lodge-hall-historical_Throckmorton-TX.html
On site acquired Aug. 18, 1877, for Fort Griffin Lodge No. 489., A.F.&A.M., chartered on Dec. 14, 1878. Stone was quarried nearby on Collins Creek. Volunteers built hall. School, civic affairs, church services of many denominations were held downs…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1X0H_civilian-conservation-corps-at-fort-griffin-historical_Throckmorton-TX.html
The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) operated nationwide between 1933 and 1942 to conserve natural resources and to provide work for young men during the Great Depression. The Federal program provided employment for 2.5 million young men working …
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Established by Brevet Colonel Sturgis acting under orders of Lieutenant General Charles Griffin, Commander Sixth U.S. Cavalry and Commander Frontier Area, for whom named. Headquarters of Companies A, F, & G, 11th Infantry and two companies 4th Cav…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RHO_fort-griffin-civil-jail_Throckmorton-TX.html
This structure was the jail used in the town of Fort Griffin near the United States Army post of Fort Griffin which defended the frontier from 1867 to 1881. During this period lawlessness was common in the town. Citizens built this thick-walled ja…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RHN_the-western-cattle-trail-crossings-at-fort-griffin_Throckmorton-TX.html
Cattle have been important to Texas' economy since early Spanish mission days. Before and after the Civil War, routes developed for driving herds through Texas to sell in Missouri and Kansas. The best known was the Eastern, or Chisholm Trail, but …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RHM_frontier-town-of-fort-griffin_Throckmorton-TX.html
In the 19th century, the U.S. government established forts along Texas' frontier to protect pioneers. By the early 1850s, Col. Jesse Stem farmed along the Clear Fork of the Brazos River, and Thomas Lambshead established his Clear Fork farm. As oth…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RF2_bush-knob-massacre_Throckmorton-TX.html
In 1873, Rancher Bill Hayes organized a group to drive cattle to the Indian Territory. They gathered cattle, including some belonging to rancher and outlaw John Larn, who Hayes believed had earlier rustled his cattle. Larn and a deputy secured a w…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1R9P_throckmorton-county-courthouse_Throckmorton-TX.html
The Texas Legislature created Throckmorton County—named for pioneer doctor William E. Throckmorton—in 1858, with organization delayed until 1879. F.E. Conrad donated land for the town square and built a frame courthouse on this site. T…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1R9O_throckmorton-county-veterans-memorial_Throckmorton-TX.html
Engraved here in stone and inthe hearts of the people forever,are the names of those whosacrificed their lives as well asthose who gave of their timefor our freedom ★ Died in Service Dedicated November 11, 2003 Civil War - Spanish…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1R9N_camp-cooper-c-s-a_Throckmorton-TX.html
Located 17 miles south, surrendered by U.S. at outbreak Civil War. Used as Confederate frontier outpost on the defense line from Red River to the Rio Grande. Manned by Texas cavalry, mounted riflemen, Rangers. Constant patrol and scouting maintain…
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