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Lufkin, Angelina County

Marker Text

Created and organized in 1846. Originally a part of Nacogdoches County. Bears the name of the river traversing the region. The following towns have served as the county seat: Marion, 1846-1854; Jonesville, 1854-1858; Homer, Feb. 3 - May 17, 1858, when its name was changed to Angelina, 1858 - 1890; Lufkin 1890.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Louis Bronaugh Park, near Lufkin City Hall
Marker # 6981
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial - Highway Marker (pink granite)
Code counties
Latitude, Longitude 31.334485, -94.727577

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