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Shelton Building

Fort Worth, Tarrant County

Marker Text

This building was constructed in 1900 for Robert G. Johnson, who was acting on behalf of his wards, the children of Albert D. Evans. It was first leased to G.Y. Smith, who opened the "Daylight Store", a general merchandise establishment. In 1910, after the property was purchased by John M. Shelton, a third floor was added to the original two-story structure. From that same year until 1936 the building was leased to S.H. Kress and Company. Following major architectural remodeling in 1937, the structure was occupied by another variety store, McCrorys.

Marker Details

Address 901 Shelton St.
Location Description 901 Houston St, Fort Worth
Marker # 4670
Dedicated 1981
Size, Type 18" x 28"
Code commercial buildings
Latitude, Longitude 32.75263, -97.329793

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