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First permanent structure in Van Horn. Earliest portion (built 1901) housed original city post office. Main portion was built in 1905-06 by John Cox of concrete blocks handmade by crew on site. In 1911-12, when Culberson was newly organized, served as the county courthouse. Until 1918, when converted to hotel by Fred Clark, structure was site for theatrical programs and school graduations and housed a saloon, offices, and all kinds of shops.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1971
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More markers in Culberson
County Named for Texas Confederate Colonel David B. Culberson
Van Horn, TX
[front side] 1830-1900.
Figure 2 Ranch
Van Horn, TX
The lands which now lie within the boundaries of the Figure 2 Ranch were occupied in the 19th century by nomadic Native American tribes.
San Antonio-California Trail
Van Horn, TX
(Three miles south) One of Texas' first cross-country wagon trails.
