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Gen. Hal C. Horton Home

Greenville, Hunt County

Marker Text

First two-story brick house in Greenville. Erected in 1885-1887 in typical Victorian style. Built by the Will N. Harrisons, prominent pioneers. Contractor H. C. "Jack" Horton (father of Gen. Horton) made the brick at "Puddin' Hill." That land, settled 1846 by Horton family, is now owned by Hal C. Horton, Colonel in U. S. Army and General in National Guard. He and Mrs. Horton bought and remodeled house, 1929, using walnut from "Puddin' Hill" farm. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1969

Marker Details

Address 3925 Moulton St. at Walworth St.
Location Description
Marker # 7804
Dedicated 1969
Size, Type 16" x 12"
Code houses, residential buildings; military topics
Latitude, Longitude 33.12948, -96.098568

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