Thistle Hill, The Cattle Baron's Mansion
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member txoilgas
N 32° 44.278 W 097° 20.541
14S E 655315 N 3623453
A lovely mansion that has the best stories over the years.
Waymark Code: WM7B0A
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 09/28/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member QuesterMark
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Marker Number: 5463

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Designed by Sanguinet & Staats, this Georgian Revival structure was built in 1903 for A.B. Wharton (1878-1963) and his bride Electra (1882-1925), daughter of rancher W.T. Waggoner (1852-1934). Electra named the mansion "Thistle Hill". Cattlemen-investor Winfield Scott (1849-1911) bought the home in 1910 but died before he moved in. His wife Elizabeth (1861-1935) lived here until her death. Occupied by the Girls' Service League, 1940-1968, the house was purchased in 1976 by "Save the Scott Home!" Inc. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1977
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