Historical Markers of Texas logo

Historical Markers of Texas

Back to Randall County

L. T. Lester Home

Canyon, Randall County

Marker Text

Built 1904; mantel pieces for 4 fireplaces, 2 marble lavatories bought in Kansas City, Mo. Site of political, social, church gatherings. Lester - buffalo hunter and cattleman - settled here, 1889; opened first bank, 1900. Active in civic affairs, he helped bring West Texas State University here, 1910. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1967

Marker Details

Address 310 8th St
Location Description 310 8th Street, Canyon
Marker # 2983
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code houses, residential buildings
Latitude, Longitude 34.980144, -101.93751

Map