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The Frisco Trailway

Sonora, Sutton County

Marker Text

Important in development of Sutton County. 100-mile Market Lane, used 1900-1930. Built by E. F. Tillman (agent, Fort Worth & Rio Grande Railway), to move cattle via Fort McKavett and Menard to railhead at Brady. Fenced and 250 feet wide (generally), lane had watered holdover traps every 10 to 15 miles. Marker in memory of Joe B. Ross, historian.

Marker Details

Address Water and Main St.
Location Description Courthouse Square, corner of Water and Main Streets Sonora
Marker # 5341
Dedicated 1970
Size, Type 20" x 20"
Code roads
Latitude, Longitude 30.571478, -100.644687

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