Itasca, TX, United States
Southwestern Presbyterian Home and School for Orphans. Orphanage originated in Dallas when First Presbyterian Church women arranged care for four children of a deceased member. Church then decided to found a statewide orphanage, for which D. S. Files family gave this land. Home opened in 1906 with R
ev. M. D. McLean as first president. From beginning, home has used modern "Cottage Plan" and has maintained reputation for its outstanding staff, facilities, and program. Home's school was closed in 1
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