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Loving County

Mentone, Loving County

Marker Text

Formed from Tom Green County, created February 26, 1887. Organized July 8, 1893, named in honor of Oliver Loving, 1812-1867, farmer, rancher and an early trail driver. Mentone, the county seat.

Marker Details

Address 100 Bell St.
Location Description Loving County Courthouse square, near main entrance, facing SH 302
Marker # 3142
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial Marker (gray granite)
Code counties
  • Private Property:

    Unknown
  • Latitude, Longitude 31.708871, -103.604892

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