Historic Plaque, Stephens County Courthouse
Description:
Photograph of a historic plaque in Breckenridge, Texas. It reads: "Stephens County Courthouse. This ornate doorway was main entrance of the three-story red sandstone courthouse built here in 1883. Carved into these columns are the names of Architect J. E. Flanders, County Judge E. L. Walker, and three of the four commissioners. The fourth was omitted because he objected to the cost of the construction. A large cistern at the rear of the building provided water for the town. When the oil boom of…
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Date:
April 14, 2006
Creator:
Belden, Dreanna L.
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Location:
32.75712175269848 -98.90469488907166
Partner:
UNT Libraries