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King County History

1936 Texas Centennial Marker:KING COUNTY

Created August 21, 1876, from Bexar County, whose diamond-shaped boundaries extended from the Rio Grande to the Panhandle to El Paso. Named for William King, who died at the Alamo. Chief industry, ranching, is reflected in its famous cattle brands: "6666", "Pitchfork", "S M S" and "Matador".

A population of only 173 in 1890 was aided in formal organization by petitions signed by itinerants. Names of favorite horses were also added. Organization came on June 25, 1891. In establishing county seat, cowboys voted for Guthrie, which won over Ashville, choice of the ranchers.

(1965)

King County Town List

Cities, Towns & Ghost Towns: History, attractions, landmarks, architecture, monuments, museums, cemeteries, bridges, parks, vintage & contemporary images, area destinations, hotels, and forum.County Seat - Guthrie
Area Hotel - Lubbock Hotels | More Hotels

King County Vintage Maps

From 1907 Texas state map #2090 showing King County
Courtesy Texas General Land Office

From 1920 Texas state map #10749 showing King County
Courtesy Texas General Land Office

From 1940 Texas state map #4335 showing King County
Courtesy Texas General Land Office

King County Centennial Marker

The King County Centennial Marker is in a Road Side park about 2 miles NW of Guthrie on US 82.

King County Texas Centennial Marker
Photo Courtesy Barclay Gibson, April 2009

King County Texas Centennial Marker
Photo Courtesy Barclay Gibson, April 2009