| |
|
|
Hardeman County Jail |
|
 |
|
Quanah,
TX,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
34° 17' 57.18513000012",
-99° 44' 27.69480999996"
|
| |
| |
|
Texas State
Historical Marker |
This native stone jail building was begun in 1890, when Quanah become Hardeman County Seat, and competed in March 1891. The lower floor housed the sheriff's office and living quarters, while the second floor held prisoner's cells. Malon C. Owens served the longest term as county sheriff in this building, from 1936 to 1964. Jail facilities were relocated in 1973. This structure was renovated by community effort in 1976 for use as museum. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark-1977
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
Hardeman County Jail Historical Marker Location Map, Texas
|
|
|
|
