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Hill County, Texas
Historical Markers in Hubbard, Texas
Duane tells the stories behind 5 Texas historical markers in Hubbard, in Hill County. Each one is hand-told in his own voice, with the official marker text right alongside. Common themes here: Texas Revolution and Civil War. The markers on this list were placed between 1964 and 2013. 2 are Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks.
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- Cottonwood Cemeteryplaced 2009
For serving in the Texas Revolution of 1835-36, South Carolina native Parrott W. McNeese received land in this area in 1846.
- Fairview Cemeteryplaced 2012
From unmarked graves to homemade concrete slabs to giant marble statuaries, Fairview Cemetery reflects the heritage and history of the community.
- First Methodist Church of Hubbardplaced 1991
The first church congregation organized in Hubbard began in 1882 with seventeen charter members.
- Hometown of Tris Speakerplaced 1964
(1888 - 1958) A legend in his own time, Tris Speaker was born, educated and buried here. Known as the Grey Eagle, he was the first Texan named to…
- Hubbard High Schoolplaced 2013
Rich soil, access to railway transportation and the discovery of hot mineral springs attracted travelers, merchants and settlers to Hubbard and the…
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