Franklin

2 historical markers in Texas

Franklin County Courthouse

Mt. Vernon, TX

Mt. Vernon was established in 1849 on land donated by Stephen and Rebecca Keith, and a public square was surveyed in the 24-acre plat.

Ripley Massacre

Mt. Vernon, TX

Ambrose Ripley and his wife Rachel (Wood) brought their family to Texas in 1837, settling near here in what was then Red River County.

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