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Cleveland-Anson House

Valera, Coleman County

Marker Text

First fine house in area. Built in 1880 by George P. Cleveland, a sheep rancher. Structure, of native stone and lumber hauled from Fort Worth by ox-wagon, has two-foot walls. Second owner was Englishman Billy Anson, son of the Earl of Litchfield. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970

Marker Details

Address US 67
Location Description Off US 67 on private property. Map dot approximate.
Marker # 918
Dedicated 1970
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code houses, residential buildings
  • Private Property:

    True
  • Latitude, Longitude 31.754943, -99.564207

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