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Site of Old Spearman's Ferry

Lone Star, Morris County

Marker Text

Operated along with a mill by E. B. Smith during the Republic of Texas. Bought by John Spearman in 1850. At this site in 1870 the state authorized a toll bridge. Fees ranged from 2 cents for a sheep to $1 for an 8-horse team and loaded wagon. This was at Big Cypress Bayou on Pittsburg-Jefferson Stage Road.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description US 259 about 1 mi. south of Lone Star
Marker # 7857
Dedicated 1966
Size, Type 24" x 18"
Code boats, ships, ferries, barges, and other marine vessels
Latitude, Longitude 32.910965, -94.713035

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