Historical Markers in Texas

Former Hidalgo Post Office

History·Hidalgo County·Texas

Oldest in existence. Built 1889 to house a general merchandise store. One part was reserved for the town's postal service, then in its 32nd year, served until 1913. Store owner William Odell, his wife Josephine, and Gumaro, son of co-owner Desiderio Rodriguez, were Postmasters. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965

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26.0985, -98.2627

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