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First Church Bell

Canadian, Hemphill County

Marker Text

Bought in 1890 and placed in old Presbyterian Church, used by several faiths. Was first church bell in Canadian, Hemphill County. Congregation held suppers and other projects to repay bank loan on bell. Later bell was moved to new Presbyterian Church and still is used today. (1967)

Marker Details

Address 605 S. Purcell Ave.
Location Description First Presbyterian Church, facing E. Purcell Ave.
Marker # 1721
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code churches

  • Private Property:

    Unknown
    • Latitude, Longitude 35.91139, -100.382328

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