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Cross

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TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 28° 36' 12.63354999984", -98° 32' 48.82229999988"
 
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    This community (earlier known as Nopal, San Miguel, Franklin) is one of area's first permanent settlements. Named for Samuel C. Cross, who opened grocery store, became first postmaster, 1924. Post office closed, 1934. Gas well completed nearby, 1953, was largest in state at that time. Ranching also is important to economy. (1967)

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

Cross Historical Marker Location Map, Texas