Marker Inscription
Built in 1874 by J. N. Stuart (1837-1910) and wife, Sally Allen Stuart (1835-1918), of materials hauled by ox-wagon from east Texas. A ship builder, Andrew Murdock, joined frame with pegs. House was first in area to have milled lumber and window glass. Four sons, all successful in later business life, were reared here. The youngest, Sally James Stuart (named for his mother and father), became owner in 1910 -- the same year he wed Margaret Gordon. House became a stopping place for circuit riders, public officials, travelers, and friends; still owned by Margaret Stuart. (1971)
About this site
Stuart, James Nesbit, House is a historical marker in Strawn, Palo Pinto County, dedicated in 1971. It is one of 45 historical markers documented in Palo Pinto County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 53 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 32.5564, -98.4999 near Strawn. The nearest cataloged historic site is Strawn, Stephen Bethel (historical marker), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Thomas House, Strawn, Bethel, and Strawn City Hall.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5363002730. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
