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City of George West

George West, Live Oak County

Marker Text

Founded 1913 by George Washington West, rancher and civic leader, who secured railroad route through Live Oak County and provided several municipal buildings and plots for others. Became county seat in 1919. Market and shipping point for cattle and cotton. (1967)

Marker Details

Address Houston and Guadalupe St.
Location Description Courthouse lawn, Houston Street at Guadalupe, George West
Marker # 6295
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code cities and towns; railroads
Latitude, Longitude 28.334454, -98.114166

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