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Black plaque № 13726

Brownsville, TX, United States

Cameron County Courthouse of 1883-1914. Completed in 1883, this was the first courthouse built by Cameron County officials, who previously rented or purchased office space. This three-story brick structure served as the county courthouse until 1914, when a new building was erected. Rio Grande Lodge

No. 81, A.F.&A.M., then occupied this structure. The original roof, with its gables and central tower, was removed during remodeling. #640

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