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Kone-Yarbrough House

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903 Belvin, San Marcos, TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 29° 52' 44.02364000016", -97° 57' 8.11477000008"
 
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     This Victorian residence with its unusual central chimney was erected in 1886 for the growing family of Sam R. Kone, Jr. (1855-1941), a successful merchant, active Mason, and member of the San Marcos City Council, 1914-15. His wife Laura (Smith) (1859-1937) taught art at Coronal Institute before her marriage. Educator florence Kone (1883-1971), one of six Kone children, lived here 80 years. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert a. Yarbrough, Jr., also owned, occupied, and preserved the home. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1977

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

Kone-Yarbrough House Historical Marker Location Map, San Marcos, Texas