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Old Welding Shop of H. C. Nicol

Corsicana, Navarro County

Marker Text

(1892-1963) Expert with acetylene torch, Nicol is remembered as first welder operating in the Navarro County oil fields, which opened 1894. He began work about 1912, at a time when he had to mix own welding chemicals. In addition he pioneered welding of cast iron and aluminum in this area. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1968

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Petroleum Industry Park, 400 block of S. 12th St.
Marker # 7239
Dedicated 1968
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code irons and steel; Business topics, general; oil/petroleum topics
Latitude, Longitude 32.087757, -96.465278

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