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Van Horn, Culberson County

Marker Text

Formed from El Paso County; Created March 10, 1911; Organized April 18, 1911; Named for David B. Culberson 1830-1903 famous constitutional lawyer, a Confederate officer, member of the Texas legislature, member of the United States congress; Van Horn, the county seat.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description 2 miles west of Van Horn on IH 10 at scenic overlook rest area
Marker # 7931
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial - Highway Marker (pink granite)
Code counties
Latitude, Longitude 31.041222, -104.896453

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