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Site of the Town of Grand Cane

Liberty, Liberty County

Marker Text

Here General Sam Houston built a home in 1843 and in it resided until 1845. A post office was established May 22, 1846 with Vernon B. Lea as postmaster. It was discontinued October 24, 1868 and reestablished April 26, 1869. The name of the town was changed to Ironwood August 26, 1869. The post office was discontinued March 15, 1900.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description on SH 146, about 23 mi. N of Liberty on E side of road
Marker # 9656
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial Marker
Code cities and towns; ghost towns
Latitude, Longitude 30.34917, -94.754438

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