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Former Hidalgo Post Office

Hidalgo, Hidalgo County

Marker Text

Oldest in existence. Built 1889 to house a general merchandise store. One part was reserved for the town's postal service, then in its 32nd year, served until 1913. Store owner William Odell, his wife Josephine, and Gumaro, son of co-owner Desiderio Rodriguez, were Postmasters. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965

Marker Details

Address First & Flora Streets, Hidalgo
Location Description First & Flora Streets, Hidalgo
Marker # 1948
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type 14" x 9"
Code post office
Latitude, Longitude 26.098456, -98.262659

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