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Black plaque № 17129

D'Hanis, TX, United States

Rothe-Rowe Ranch House. On land bordering Fort Lincoln (garrisoned by U.S. Army, 1849-53) and Woll Road (travel artery, 1840s-80s), owned after 1860 by Fritz Rothe and brothers. Louis Rothe (1843-1921) built this native stone house in 1882. Successive owners have had noted guests, including Gen. Jon

athan Wainright, U.S.A. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1972. Incised on base: Restored 1960s and preserved by Mr. and Mrs. W. Earl Rowe. #4359

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