Old Rock House
First substantial home in Wheeler County, built across creek from Hidetown, buffalo hunters' post, about 1875 for first sheriff Henry Fleming. Rock quarried nearby. Ell of four 14 foot square rooms. Was considered a mansion. Served the county until a courthouse could be built. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1964
35.4943° N, 100.4235° W
Access to this marker is restricted.
This marker stands on private property. Please view it from the road or ask the owner first.
Where to Find It
Old Mobeetie, off CR H on private property
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- 1.5 mi NW Frank Willis, Sr. Mobeetie
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