National Humane Alliance Fountain - Waco, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 31° 33.509 W 097° 07.780
14R E 677519 N 3493014
Plaque says it was placed in 1909. It was a watering trough for horses, now it is just a statue of polished granite with bronze lion heads.
Waymark Code: WMQAQT
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/24/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Alfouine
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From John Lopez BlogSpot:

The fountain is the legacy of Hermon Lee Ensign. Before his death in 1899, Ensign made his fortune in publishing and advertising. He was also founder of the Humane Alliance, a group dedicated to improving the lives of horses and other beasts of burden.

When he died, a large portion of his estate went to the Humane Alliance's drinking fountain program. The group donated at least 130 fountains to municipalities in 44 states. They were of various designs. Most were made of polished Maine granite and trimmed in bronze.

Water used to pour from the lion heads into the horse trough. At the base smaller water-filled troughs allowed cats and dogs to drink.

Setting: Outside

Place: City Hall Lawn

Use: Sculpture
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