Texas Historical Marker #14214

Thorp Spring Cemetery. #14214

?, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #00221

Aston House. When Hood County native Andy C. Aston (1857-1917) married young Dorothy Ficklin (1875-1961), he promised her a fine home. He had gifted designer and builder E.J. Holderness erect this ornate Queen Anne Style House in 1905. A warm-hearted person, active in her church and community, Mrs. Aston often opened the house to large gatherings. An Andy Aston grandchild was born here before the property passed from the family in 1925. #221

221 E. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #05913

Wright-Henderson-Duncan House. The three principal owners of this home each served terms as sheriff of Hood county. A.J. Wright (1819-1889) began the limestone structure about 1873 as a one story dogtrot dwelling. James F. Henderson, who acquired the house in 1881, added the second floor and victorian galleries. Charles M. Duncan (1878-1957) and his wife Emma (Wade), owners for a long period in the 20th century, helped preserve the residence. #5913

Spring Street and SH 144, near FM 51, Granbury, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #00284

Baker-Rylee Building and Town Square Service Station. This cut limestone structure was built in 1895 to house the hardware operation of D.O. Baker and J.D. Rylee. The following year, Baker's brother Jess joined the partnership, and in 1898 the store became the Baker Hardware Company. When the Transcontinental Oil Company purchased the building in 1929, two walls were removed to provide automobile access for the sale of gasoline. A landmark on the square, the building reflects Granbury's early commercial growth. #284

210 E. Pearl St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #01169

Daniel-Harris Home. Early Granbury merchant and saloonkeeper Robert Randolph Daniel (1864-1918) had this house built about 1892. In 1899 it was sold to Wesley Smith Harris (1854-1930), a prominent local furniture dealer and undertaker. Representative of elegant turn-of-the-century homes in Granbury, the victorian residence reflects influences of the italianate and eastlake styles and features an ornate square tower and intricate ornamentation. #1169

403 W. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #01313

E. A. Hannaford House. Built in 1881-82 by Edwin Augustus Hannaford (1841-1915), this home serves as a reflection of his high standing in the community. A native of England, Hannaford came to Granbury in 1871 and opened the town's first drugstore. He and his wife, Nettie, were both respected civic leaders. Exhibiting Italianate details, the home features a central entry flanked by bay windows, bracketed eaves, and pedimented window surrounds. (1988) #1313

126 S. Lambert St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02245

Granbury Opera House. Pressed tin detailing decorates this stone structure, erected in 1886. Kerr's Opera House, which featured Vaudeville acts, dramatic productions, and musical programs, occupied the top floor until 1911. The lower floor housed various businesses, including a saloon, saddle and harness shop, and two grocery stores. Later the roof collapsed, and the building rapidly deteriorated. It was restored and reopened in 1975 by the Granbury Opera Association. #2245

116 E. Pearl St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #01837

First Presbyterian Church of Granbury. Presbyterians held services in this locality in the 1850's and organized this church in 1879, only a few years after Granbury was founded. Charter members included the Bowdens, Carmichaels, Doyles, Gastons, Greens, Kens, Lyles, Mrs. Eliza Nunn and Mrs. Hattie D. Peveler. The congregation built this sanctuary in 1895-96. Style is modified gothic, with 3-story belfry and steeple. A stained glass window was added in 1964. #1837

309 W. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02229

Gordon Home. Alonzo Peyton Gordon came to Granbury from Georgia in 1871. He taught school for a time before opening a mercantile store that grew into one of the largest in Hood County. His business was housed in a large stone building that he constructed on the Granbury Square. A cotton gin operator, Gordon also served as superintendent of the local school and in 1898 was elected to the Texas Legislature. Gordon built his home here in 1882. Remained in the Gordon Family until 1982. #2229

307 E. Pearl St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02412

Haynes-Burns-Ewell Building. Early site of the Granbury post office, this native stone structure was erected by James C. Haynes, postmaster from 1872 to 1874. He sold the edifice in 1878 to Thomas A. Burns, who served as postmaster until 1883. The property was then purchased by Thomas T. Ewell, a newspaperman who published an early history of Hood County. Offices, stores, and cafes occupied the building until 1975, when it was restored by Dick and Sunny Allen for Hood County Title Company. #2412

106 E. Pearl St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02508

Holderness-Aiken House. Contractor E.J. Holderness, credited with building numerous Victorian structures in Granbury, erected this home for his own family, in 1896. The front porch features intricate Eastlake style decoration. Enlarged before 1910, the one story frame house was occupied by Holderness until 1913. It was acquired in 1926 by Mary Narcissa Rylee (Mrs. Ed) Aiken (1856-1931), member of a Pioneer Hood County family. Her daughter, Mabel Aiken (Mrs. George) Bayer, has preserved the residence. #2508

321 W. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02672

J.D. and Georgia Brown House. This house was built in 1907 by the R.B. Spencer Lumber Company for Jefferson Davis (J.D.) (1853-1908) and Georgia Brown (1857-1946). By 1881 J.D. was owner/operator of an impressive dry goods store on the town square. He became a prominent banker and in the early 1900's was mayor of Granbury. The classical revival style house features a 2-tier porch with doric columns and victorian style angled bays at gable ends. The house remained in the Brown family until 1935. #2672

118 W. Bluff St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02676

J.F. and J. Nutt Building. Erected for Jesse and Jacob Nutt, blind brothers who aided in establishing county seat at Granbury. Their first (1866) store had been a 16 by 12 log house with a wagon yard in the rear. This structure of hand-hewn Hood county stone was built in 1893 by local contractor Jim Warren. About 1919 Nutt Hotel--famed for dining room--moved in after "grocery" was remodeled. Building has been occupied by 3 generations of the Nutt Family. #2676

117 E. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #05479

Thrash-Landers-Hiner House. North Carolina native Patrick H. Thrash (1832-1921) moved his family to this area in 1872. Thrash, Granbury's first mayor, built a one story frame home here about 1880. Downtown saloon owner George W. Landers purchased the property in 1899, then sold it to district attorney John J. Hiner in 1903. Hiner's brother, Hood county sheriff Thomas H. Hiner, acquired the property in 1915. This Queen Anne style frame house was enlarged to its current appearance between 1905 and 1910. #5479

201 W. Pearl St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #14060

Temple Hall United Methodist Church. Organized in 1854, Temple Hall United Methodist Church is one of the earliest institutions in Hood county. During the mid-1800s, residents formed the community of Center Mill. Needing a place of worship, they established two churches, including this one, originally called the Methodist Protestant Church. Thomas A. Parkinson, an early settler, provided this land for the church. Early church services reflected the pioneer life of area residents. Regular services began in 1855, when a pastor would hold worship once a month. Members attended church under a brush arbor and would sometimes end services early because of reports of Native Americans in the area. Around 1870, residents built a log building for use by the church, school and the temple of honor no. 23 lodge. Sam and Elvyria Crum granted the church property to the lodge in 1877. By 1900, members replaced the log building with a frame structure and the temple transferred ownership of land to the church. That building was used until members replaced it with the current structure. Throughout the years, Temple Hall United Methodist Church has played a vital role in and outside the community. Noted Hood county individuals have been members here, including W.l. Dent, a county judge and county school superintendent. Additionally, the church grounds have been used by many institutions and individuals. The church also has a rich history of contributing time and money to local needs as well as to national and global missions. Today, Temple Hall United Methodist Church continues to play a vital role as a spiritual leader in Hood county. #14060

?, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #16394

Long Creek Cemetery. This burial ground, also known as Temple Hall Cemetery, is the last remaining vestige of two early pioneer communities in Hood County. It is named for Long Creek, also known as Bee Creek, which runs through the rich farmland of this region. The cemetery served Temple Hall, a community organized by the 1850s, which was thought to be named for an early masonic lodge. Residents of center mill, another area settlement that existed in the mid-to-late 1800s, also used the graveyard, which originated on land donated by area settler John Farrell. The earliest known burials in Long Creek Cemetery are for the Haley children, who died in 1864 and 1865, respectively. Others buried here include school superintendent, Hood County judge and amateur historian, W.L. Dent; Parker County commissioner Edward C. Atwood; and Hood County commissioner Albert Hall. Also buried here is Thomas Parkinson, who settled in this area around 1859. He built a grist mill on Long Creek and later a cotton gin. Other interments include early settlers, prominent community leaders and veterans of conflicts dating to the Civil War. The cemetery features hand-carved markers, curbing, ledger stones, vertical stones, obelisks, grave slabs, and masonic, odd fellows, eastern star and woodmen of the world grave markers. The Long Creek Cemetery Association, which formed as early as 1909, cares for the burial ground. Today, Long Creek Cemetery is the last visible reminder of early area settlements and serves as a record of the pioneers who settled this region of Hood County. #16394

?, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #06259

County Named for Famous Confederate General John Bell Hood. Born Kentucky. West Point graduate. Army service on Texas frontier led Hood to adopt the Lone Star State. Resigned U.S. Army 1861 to serve South. Commanded 4th Texas Infantry. Led "Hood's Texas," most renowned Confederate Brigade. Rose rapidly to Lieutenant General. Known as "The Fighting General" for leadership in the Army of Northern Virginia. Although lost leg Battle Chickamauga, became commander Army of Tennessee. A memorial to Texans who served the Confederacy Erected by the State of Texas 1963. #6259

?, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #00473

Bowden Kennon House. Built between 1908 and 1914 for the family of Ralph W. Bowden (1873-1954), this home features leaded glass windows and steeply pitched gables with flaring eaves. Bowden, a Granbury merchant, served as a city councilman and established an early telephone system for the area. The home was sold in 1914 to Perry H. Kennon (1864-1927), who served as Hood county tax assessor for ten years. The home stands as a reflection of Granbury's years of growth and prominence. #473

505 W. Doyle, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02389

Harris Building. Local stonemason I.W. Walley erected the rock walls of this masonry commercial building in 1899. A cast iron storefront and decorative brickwork enhance the plastered facade. The two story structure was built for Wesley Smith Harris (1854-1930), who ran a furniture store and funeral home here. The two businesses were associated because at that time furniture manufacturers made casket parts. Ben Estes later took over operation of both concerns. #2389

114-118 East Pearl Street, Granbury, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #12077

Dr. William and Eunice Walker House. Known as "The Honeymoon Cottage," this house was built about 1895 for Dr. William and Eunice Fitzhugh Walker. An eye, ear, nose, and throat specialist, Dr. Walker also owned the Palace Drugstore in nearby Tolar. Built by local contractor E. J. Holderness, the Walker home is a fine example of a Victorian cottage with Eastlake detailing, including turned woodwork, fishscale shingles in the gables, and stained glass windows. The Walkers sold the home in 1897 to former Hood County Sheriff and State Representative B. W. Morris. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1998 #12077

315 W. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #12811

James Hogan Doyle and Mary Kate Stringfellow Doyle. James Hogan Doyle and Mary Kate Stringfellow Doyle A native of South Carolina, James Hogan Doyle (1846-1933) fought with the Confederacy during the Civil War, was recognized for his bravery and made his way to Texas about 1870. He settled in the Granbury area and purchased this property in town in 1876. Doyle established himself as a prominent merchant, banker and civic leader, serving several terms as treasurer for Hood County. In 1879, he married Mary Kate Stringfellow (1861-1942), member of an early Granbury family. Their home on this site was built about 1880 and enlarged by 1900 to accommodate their family of three children. The property remained in the Doyle family until 1939. (2002) #12811

123 W. Doyle, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #12838

Granbury Cemetery. Granbury Cemetery Part of an original school land survey, this parcel was already known as "the cemetery lot" when deeded to the trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in 1885 for use as a public burial ground. A number of the stones here pre-date the 1866 founding of the city of Granbury, the earliest being that of John Edwards (1790-1853). Graves reportedly moved to this site from the Methodist churchyard on the courthouse square make it difficult to know whether some burials were original to the site or were reinterrments. In 1873, church leaders chose this hill as the location for a high school that became Granbury College in 1887. Following its closing, trustees deeded the school land to the city in 1915, allowing for College Hill's full usage as a cemetery. At rest here is War of 1812 veteran John Bennett Dickson (1793-1876), who was wounded in the Battle of New Orleans. He is joined by other veterans from the U.S.-Mexico War, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Brigadier General Hiram B. Granbury (1831-1864), the city's namesake, was reinterred here in 1893; his surname is also recorded as Granberry. This cemetery chronicles the pioneers and generations of families who are the Granbury area's rich heritage. Historic Texas Cemetery-2001 #12838

Moore St and Hwy. 51 North, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #12956

Nubbin Ridge Cemetery. Nubbin Ridge Cemetery Established 1878 Historic Texas Cemetery - 2003 #12956

Nubbin Ridge Cemetery Rd, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #15016

Baker-Carmichael House. Jess Baker, prominent local businessman, banker, and member of the Texas House of Representatives, and his wife Alice built this house in 1905. Following Jess Baker's death in 1921 and Alice Baker's death in 1922, the house was purchased by Dr. Arch Carmichael, a prominent local physician, and his wife Dora. This house is a fine example of a Queen Anne residence with some Classical Revival elements. It features a corner turret, formal portico with two-story columns, and a wraparound porch. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1996 #15016

226 E. Pearl St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #15789

W.M. Miller Cemetery. W.M. Miller Cemetery, established 1894. Historic Texas Cemetery-2008 #15789

2359 Miller Court, Granbury, TX, United States

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Texas Historical Marker #02554

Hood County News. Successor to "Granbury Vidette" town's first newspaper, founded 1872 by Capt. W.L. Bond and later owned by an 1882 staff recruit, A. W. Crockett (1857-1953), a grandson of the Alamo hero. J.D. Ballard in 1884 started the "Granbury News", later owned by highly regarded Frank Gaston. State Senator A.B. Crawford and wife in 1937 bought from Crockett the last paper he owned, merging it in 1946 with the "Granbury News". In 1964 widowed Mrs. Crawford moved paper into this 1891 building and began to advocate historic preservation--a policy continued by later owners after she retired in 1970. #2554

1419 S. Morgan St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #16710

Elm Flat Cemetery. A cemetery was established at this site in Nov. 1877 when Thomas B. and Elizabeth Stone (Anderson) Wells buried two young sons near their family cabin. Lucinda Wells, a freed slave who remained with the Wells family after emancipation, was buried here in 1889. In 1883, Elizabeth Wells donated 1.5 acres for the establishment of a church and school for the people of the rural community of Elm flat. Mrs. Wells moved to Grimes county just prior to her 1908 death, but before leaving, she deeded to the county this two acre site, assuring the permanence of her family cemetery, as well as providing a final resting place for the residents of Elm Glat. Her adopted son, W.A. Wells, was buried here in 1928, and the cemetery remains active. #16710

4950 Power Plant Court, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #01172

David L. Nutt Home. Two story house built in 1879 by David Lee Nutt, who came to Texas from Missouri in 1857. Constructed, plantation-style, with cypress lumber hauled by ox cart from east Texas. Home soon converted into Hood county's first hotel, humorously named "The Nutt House" by the family. Patrons were drummers visiting Nutt's mercantile store. Became a home again in 1900. Nutt was a donor of 40 acres for original Granbury townsite. #1172

319 E. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02375

Hardware and Tin Shop. A cabin-dotted Woodland in 1870, this square soon had buildings of stone quarried less than a mile away. Investor John D. Baker built this structure in 1882 and in 1890 sold it to saloonkeepers Aston and Landers. Extensive repairs were made in 1891, after a fire in this and neighbor buildings. By 1895, ex-county clerk J.R. Morris had a hardware and tin shop here. Lon Morris, a widely-known lawyer and college benefactor, had his offices on the second floor. #2375

107 Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #04884

Site of Schultz Blacksmith Shop. Carl Severin Schultz was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1876. After marrying Nelsona Vestermann (b. 1871), he came to the United States and settled professions, including ownership of a soft drink factory. He later became the village blacksmith and operated his shop on this site, which he had purchased in 1900. Known throughout the town and the county for his fine craftsmanship, Schultz represents the type of settler and business leader who lived in Granbury at the turn of the century. #4884

201 E. Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #06261

Smith-Savage House. Samuel Hancock Smith (1842-1906) had this residence built soon after he became Hood County tax assessor in 1883. Most of the decorative trim probably was added during an 1892 expansion of the home. From 1920 until 1956, this was the residence of the Savage family. William (1864-1933) and Emma (1878-1956) were Granbury merchants. Prominent features of the Smith-Savage house include its Eastlake porch and Italianate style bay window. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1986 Incise on base: Marker secured by Alison, Claudia & David Southern, owners since 1980. #6261

826 N. Thorp Spring Rd., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #13160

First Baptist Church of Granbury. First Baptist Church of Granbury Early Texas settlers often worshipped in homes, or outdoors and under brush arbors. In this area, a group of men and women met for services near where Lambert's Branch joins the Brazos River. When the Rev. J.N. Chandler was traveling through the area in 1866, he came across the small group of worshippers and agreed to serve as their pastor, which he did for almost 20 years. Other early pastors and leaders were S.l. Tarrant, H.A. Thompson, M.M. Robinett and J.F. Nutt. During Chandler's tenure as minister to the young missionary Baptist church, the congregation organized a Sunday school in 1878 and joined the Paluxy Association in 1880. In 1882, the church began plans for building a sanctuary, and members of the Nutt family sold property to deacons I.M. Steele, C.W. Miller and Thomas Lockett. The congregation dedicated their house of worship in April 1884, and the building served them until 1904, when they selected a different lot and built a larger structure. Church members have actively supported missions at various levels, local through international. The Granbury auxiliary of the Foreign Missionary Society organized in 1890, later combining with the Home Missionary Society. The Woman's Missionary Society helped raise funds for the church sanctuaries and parsonage, also serving the community through a hospital pledge. The congregation has also supported mission churches in neighboring communities Thorp Spring and Fairview. The First Baptist Church of Granbury moved to this site in the 1990s. After more than 100 years of worship, it continues to serve its members and community. (2003) #13160

1851 Weatherford Hwy, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02552

Hood County Courthouse. Fifth courthouse on this site. Erected 1890-1891, this handsome building is a Texas version of the french second empire style. First courthouse (1867) was a 1-room log cabin housing county records, lawyers and land agents' offices, and mail station. It was succeeded by 3 stone structures. Contractors Moodie and Ellis and Architect W.C. Dodson built this native stone edifice. The clock tower, added after completion, was reinforced with steel in 1969. #2552

100th block of Pearl Street, Granbury Courthouse lawn, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02246

Granbury Railroad Depot. Representative of early 20th century rural Texas train stations, this depot was constructed in 1914. It replaced an earlier station that had been built when the railroad came to Granbury in 1887. The depot features wide overhanging eaves and a red tile roof. Although passenger service to Granbury had stopped by 1973, the depot stands as a reminder of the important role of the railroad in the city's history. #2246

109 E. Ewell St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #12078

E. A. Hannaford Building. Born in England and reared in Ohio, E. A. Hannaford (1841-1915) served in the Union Army. He came to Granbury from Ohio in 1871, establishing his drugstore in a tent. He and merchant J. D. Baker had a two-part commercial building erected in the Italianate style in 1886. Among the first stone buildings in Granbury, it was commonly known as the "Arch Block." The cornice on this side advertised Hannaford's Drug and Book Store. "Doc" Hannaford became a prominent civic leader and businessman. After his death his nephew operated the drugstore. Early second-floor tenants included the "Granbury Graphics" newspaper, doctors' offices and a beauty parlor. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1997 #12078

130 N. Houston St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #00283

Baker-Doyle Building. John D. Baker (1848-1899) had this building constructed in 1882 for his dry goods store. A merchant and community leader, Baker later moved to Weatherford. His partner, James H. Doyle (1846-1933), became sole owner of the building in 1899. Later occupants included city national bank, grocers, dentists, and doctors. Built of native limestone, the high victorian italianate structure features arched window openings with fanlights and a simple stone cornice. #283

123 N. Houston St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #00579

Bush-Morgan Cherry Building. Constructed in 1891, this building has been associated throughout its history with prominent Granbury citizens and successful businesses. From 1891 until 1894, it served as the dry goods store of F.C. Bush, who was the city tax collector and secretary in 1892. In 1895 the building housed the Morgan Drug Store, run by Eugene H. Morgan, who later became a prominent local physician. For the next 72 years, the building was associated with other drugstores, including that of William H. Cherry, who served as mayor of Granbury and as a director of The First National Bank. #579

115 N. Houston, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02553

Hood County Jailhouse. Second county jail. Celebrated in early local Ballad. Built to succeed 1873 log jail at time when lawlessness was rampant. Main building is late victorian in style. Separate stone kitchen was added upon completion. The tall front section was to have a gallows, but no hanging have occurred here. Jail admits some 55 prisoners yearly. "Uncle" Andy Walters, a local character, once locked sheriff in this jail, but left key with judge on way home. #2553

208 N. Crockett, Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #02190

Glenn Brothers Building. Erected in 1885 by town builder James Farr, an attorney; bought in 1888 by the Glenn Brothers--Clark B., Dan, John L., and James M. Civic leaders interested in many businesses besides their family grocery housed in this structure. After a fire in this store and the three to the west, contractors Elliott and Halsley made extensive repairs (1891), using heavy timbers clad in iron to support brick veneer front of upper story, with its handsome victorian styling. #2190

109 Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States

Texas Historical Marker #05331

The Fair. Erected 1888 by Andy Aston for a harness and saddle-making shop. Ironwork was added during a 1906 remodeling, while George Landers was part owner. After harness shop was relocated about 1908, various retail stores operated here, including the grocery of Joe Kerr and several drygoods firms. Notable were "The Fair" and the store of "Blue-Front Riley", a merchant nicknamed for the facade of his earlier store, on the west side of the square. #5331

115 Bridge St., Granbury, TX, United States