Rumley, Texas, Lampasas County. (original) (raw)

A closed store in Rumley
Photos courtesy Jim and Lou Kinsey, 8-04

History in a Pecan Shell

Settled in the late 1870s, Rumley's name is said to come from the brand name of a giant tractor.

1909 Rumley Oil-pull tractor on display in Miles, Texas
"This is interesting. Town named for company that built the tractor in Miles, Texas"
- Jim and Lou Kinsey, 8-04 photo

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