Historical Markers

Cochran County, Texas

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Cochran County: Mary McKnight

State: Gina Heffernan

BLEDSOE, TEXAS

Marker Number: 5522
Title: Town of Bledsoe
Location: Intersection of FM 595 and SH 125 - Missing
Year: 1970
Text: Promoted and founded in July 1925 by South Plains & Santa Fe Railroad. Named for railroad president, S. T. Bledsoe. In late 1920s became important cattle shipping point. It was also county's largest town. Population hit 750. Began decline after rail freight traffic decreased in 1930s.

This historical marker has been missing since the late 1970s. If you know its location, please contact Mary at (806) 893-6808, no questions asked & you will remain anonymous.

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