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Town of Bledsoe

Bledsoe, Cochran County

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Promoted and founded in July 1925 by South Plains & Santa Fe Railroad. Named for railroad president, S.T. Bledsoe. In late 1920s became important cattle shipping point. It was also county's largest town. Population hit 750. Began decline after rail freight traffic decreased in 1930s. (1970)

Marker Details

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Location Description at intersection of FM 595 & SH 125 - MARKER MISSING
Marker # 5522
Dedicated 1970
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code railroad; land surveys, land companies, promotional towns; ghost towns
Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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