Historical Markers in Texas

Site of Old Andress Inn

History·Polk County·Texas

Center civic, social and business affairs, early Polk County. Built about 1848 by James Andress, from South Carolina. Contained restaurant, saloon, grocery store, post office, stage station. Had livery stable nearby. Among noted guests was General Sam Houston. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967

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