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Site of Torrey's Trading Post

Waco, McLennan County

Marker Text

Established in 1843 by John F. Torrey and brothers and managed by George Barnard the post was on the line separating the Indian and white settlements; Here the Indians signed treaties and received presents until 1854 when they were settled on reservations on the Upper Brazos.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description On private land, 8 mi. E of Waco off SH 6
Marker # 4905
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial (bronze plate)
Code trading posts, customs stations
Latitude, Longitude 31.538108, -97.004688

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