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Wells Home

Gonzales, Gonzales County

Marker Text

Federal period ranch home of 15 rooms. Built in 1885 of long leaf pine lumber brought by Gulf steamers from Florida. Hauled from Indianola by oxcarts. Furnished in Guadalupe River valley walnut pieces hand-crafted in Republic of Texas. Home since 1889 of the James B. Wells family. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1964

Marker Details

Address 833 Mitchell St.
Location Description
Marker # 5751
Dedicated 1964
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code houses, residential buildings
Latitude, Longitude 29.49862, -97.444844

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