Historical Markers in Hereford, Texas

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• Deaf Smith Countyplaced 1936

  Formed from Young and Bexar territories. Created August 21, 1876. Organized October 3, 1890. Named in honor of Erastus "Deaf" Smith, 1787-1837.

• Ghost Towns of Deaf Smith Countyplaced 1969

  Here as in many Texas counties, ghost towns and ghost post offices outnumber living ones. La Plata (formerly Grenada) thrived as county seat and was…

• Town Without a Toothacheplaced 1967

  Hereford's "miracle water" was brought to national fame in 1941 when Dr. Edward Taylor, State Dental Officer, told the American Dental Association…

• Deaf Smith Courthouse, 1910placed 1965

  Brick with marble veneer and interior. Second marble courthouse built in U.S. Cost was $125,000.

• Former Site of Saint Anthony's Catholic Schoolplaced 1993

  Since its establishment in 1914 Saint Anthony's Catholic School has played a prominent role in preparing young students for advanced classwork.

• Hereford Christian Collegeplaced 1966

  Hereford College opened 1902 as co-educational public school in newly-built three-story main building.

All 13 historical markers in Hereford

• Deaf Smith County1936
• Deaf Smith Courthouse, 19101965
• Former Site of Saint Anthony's Catholic School1993
• Ghost Towns of Deaf Smith County1969
• Hereford Christian College1966
• Hereford High School2009
• Mothers Park1970
• Pioneer Windmill1970
• Prisoner of War Camp Chapel1982
• The E. B. Black Residence1978
• The Thompson House1979
• Town Without a Toothache1967
• Two-Wheel Fire Hose Reel1967

Historical markers near Hereford

• Dimmitt8 stories · 17 mi
• Friona5 stories · 22 mi
• Canyon47 stories · 30 mi
• Happy5 stories · 31 mi
• Bovina5 stories · 33 mi
• Vega5 stories · 34 mi

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