Black plaque № 17117

Snyder, TX, United States

Roscoe, Snyder & Pacific Railroad Company. Established through efforts of Gen. F. W. James, Abilene banker and developer. Winfield S. James, a son, directed construction. While the James' were founders, H.O. Wooten, originally a Vice President and for decades owner of controlling interest, is credit

ed with making the road a success. Daily services started in 1908 from Roscoe to Snyder and to Fluvanna in 1909. This 50-mile railroad contributed much to the economy and settling of area; later was a

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