Black plaque № 14507

Buffalo Gap, TX, United States

Ernie Wilson Museum. Located in Taylor County's historic first courthouse and jail. Although Taylor County was organized in July 1868, the building was not completed until May 20, 1880, because of Indian scares and lack of funds. Scene of frequent jail breaks, lynching. Note cannon balls (marked by

arrows) keying limestone blocks. (1964) #1497

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