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Guthrie,
TX,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
33° 37' 54.69381999984",
-100° 21' 22.0328799984"
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Texas State
Historical Marker |
Created August 21, 1876, from Bexar County, whose diamond-shaped boundaries extended from the Rio Grande to the Panhandle to El Paso. Named for William King, who died at the Alamo. Chief industry, ranching, is reflected in its famous cattle brands: 6666, Pitchfork, S M S and Matador. A population of only 173 in 1890 was aided in formal organization by petitions signed by itinerants. Names of favorite horses were also added. Organization came on June 25, 1891. In establishing county seat, cowboys voted for Guthrie, which won over Ashville, choice of the ranchers. (1965)
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
King County Historical Marker Location Map, Texas
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