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Gail, Borden County

Marker Text

Originally a part of Bexar District. Created August 21, 1876. Organized March 17, 1891. Named in honor of Gail Borden, 1801-1874. Pioneer surveyor, newspaper editor, and inventor of the process of condensing milk. Gail, county seat.

Marker Details

Address 117 E. Wasson Ave.
Location Description Borden County Courthouse grounds, N entrance near flagpole, facing E. Wasson Ave. (US 180)
Marker # 456
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Texas Centennial - highway marker (pink granite)
Code counties

  • Private Property:

    Unknown
    • Latitude, Longitude 32.770202, -101.445054

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