Birthplace of Stanley Walker
(1898 - 1962) Noted Texas journalist and editor. Began his career in Austin and Dallas. From 1920 to 1935 was with New York "Herald-Tribune", where as City Editor he trained many writers. Also was on staff of Philadelphia "Ledger". He wrote "The Night Club Era", "Mrs. Astor's Horse", 5 other books, many articles. Spent last years here.
31.2258° N, 98.1747° W
Where to Find It
from Lampasas take Highway 281 north about 10 miles to junction of Highway 281 and FM 1690
Nearby Markers
- 0.4 mi S Stanley Chapel Cemetery
- 3.4 mi E School Creek Baptist Church Lampasas
- 3.7 mi E Philip Smith House Lampasas
- 3.8 mi NE Townsen Cemetery Adamsville
- 4.4 mi N Townsen's Mill Adamsville
- 5.1 mi N Adamsville Adamsville