John W. Bull Stone House
One of earliest masonry homes in area; built in view of indian caucus site, Comanche Peak. John W. Bull (1818-98), born in Tennessee, came to Texas in 1853; preempted land here, 1861; in Jan. 1865 participated in the famed Dove Creek Indian battle. After land grant was approved (1871), Bull hired crew under mason Pat Gannon to build this house of stone quarried from nearby hill. Chiseled in chimney is the date "March 17, 1872". Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970
32.2430° N, 97.9500° W
This marker stands on private property. Please view it from the road or ask the owner first.
Where to Find It
Paluxy community, near Deep Down Rd. on private property.
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