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Lyons

Lyons, Burleson County

Marker Text

An 1878 railway work camp; in 1880 became town of Lyon's Station, named for site donor, W. A. Lyon. Soon had 3 cotton gins, an oil mill, many businesses. In 1894 hosted first auto ever seen in this county, with rides for the daring. Now gateway to Lake Somerville Recreation Area. (1968)

Marker Details

Address SH 36
Location Description SH corner SH 36 and Magnolia St., near Lyons Community Center
Marker # 8641
Dedicated 1968
Size, Type Other - explain
Code cities and towns; railroads
  • Private Property:

    Unknown
  • Latitude, Longitude 30.386538, -96.564014

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