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Collins-Haines Home

Quitman, Wood County

Marker Text

1860 - First brick structure in Wood County. Erected by James A. and Harriet C. Collins, 1859 settlers from Mississippi. Bricks were molded and burned nearby; furniture crafted in plantation shop by Collins and slaves. They also planted fine gardens and landscapes. Past this home, 1861-1865, marched Confederate units, to Civil War. Since 1870 owned by family of George W. Haines. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965

Marker Details

Address 1/2 mi. SE on FM 778 (Horton Street)
Location Description 1/2 mile SE of Quitman on FM 778 (Horton Street)
Marker # 8953
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code houses, residential buildings
Latitude, Longitude 32.786079, -95.441485

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