Black plaque № 20812

Black plaque № 20812

Lyons. An 1878 railway work camp; in 1880 became town of Lyon's Station, named for site donor, W. A. Lyon. Soon had 3 cotton gins, an oil mill, many businesses. In 1894 hosted first auto ever seen in this county, with rides for the daring. Now gateway to Lake Somerville Recreation Area. #8641

by Texas Historical Commission #08641 of the Texas Historical Marker series

Colour: black

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