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John F. McGehee Home

San Marcos, Hays County

Marker Text

Built in 1889 by John Francis McGehee (1838-1922), a veteran of Hood's Brigade in Civil War. The house, constructed of pine hauled from Bastrop, cypress siding, and handmade brick, is of 19th century Eastlake architectural style. Since McGehee sold the property in 1906, it has had several owners. Dr. J. R. Morton, whose wife, Frances M. Morton, was San Marcos' poet laureate, lived here 1920-51. The George N. Martindales have owned the house since 1955. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1973

Marker Details

Address 832 Belvin St.
Location Description
Marker # 10296
Dedicated 1973
Size, Type 16" x 12"
Code houses, residential buildings; military topics; Eastlake
Latitude, Longitude 29.87985, -97.950888

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