Texas Historical Marker #08145
Old Evergreen Tree. Said to have sheltered in 1714 explorer Louis de St. Denis-- probably first white man ever here. Site of pioneer court trails in 1870s. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967 #8145
?, Lincoln, TX, United States
Texas Historical Marker #08159
King's Highway - El Camino Real - Old San Antonio Road. First opened by Louis de St. Denis, 1715; route from Mexico to Louisiana. This location within sight of famous "Old Evergreen Tree." #8159
?, Lincoln, TX, United States
Texas Historical Marker #12025
Gloyna School. Established as Hannes School No. 43 in 1893 when F. Soder deeded two acres to school trustees, the Gloyna School was renamed in 1900 when Christian Gloyna bought the surrounding land. The facility became Gloyna Common School District No. 17 in 1909, and encompassed almost 10,000 acres within its boundaries. The one-room school also was used for community religious activities. Twenty-four students attended class regularly by 1911. A larger building replaced the original structure in 1923. Enrollment dropped in the late 1940s. Gloyna School was annexed by the Dime Box School District in 1950. The 50 years of service provided to this German community by Gloyna School is a reminder of the vital role of rural education in Texas' past. (1999) #12025
?, Lincoln, TX, United States
Texas Historical Marker #08173
St. John Lutheran Church. With the assistance of pastors from neighboring communities, a Lutheran congregation was organized to serve the Lincoln community in April 1886. The Rev. Th. Wolfram arrived in 1887 to serve as St. John's first resident pastor. Ministers in the early years also filled the role of teachers at the school located on the church grounds. An 1892 sanctuary constructed during the pastorate of the Rev. Louis Ernst served the congregation until it was damaged in a 1957 tornado. St. John Lutheran Church stands as an important part of the heritage of Lee County. Texas Sesquicentennial 1836 - 1986 #8173
?, Lincoln, TX, United States