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First permanent hospital in the Trans-Pecos area. Erected 1929 by pioneer physician and surgeon, Jim Camp, M.D. -- "Texas Doctor of the year" for 1950. "Dr. Jim" came to Pecos in 1900. In early days, he performed many operations using kitchen tables and other makeshift equipment. During 64 years of service, he strove to improve facilities, one of his goals being to build and to equip a modern hospital. Converted to office use 1954. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1966.
Camp Hospital, Old is a historical marker in Pecos, Reeves County, dedicated in 1966. It is one of 20 historical markers documented in Reeves County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 34 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.4209, -103.5111 near Pecos. The nearest cataloged historic site is Fairview (cemetery), about 0.6 miles away. Others within a short drive include First Christian Church, Memory Lane Car Museum, and Texas Rodeo Hall of Fame.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5389003699. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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