| Marker Number |
5360 |
| Atlas Number |
5069005360 |
| Marker Title |
The J. W. Carter Family and the 7-Up Ranch |
| Index Entry |
Carter, J. W. Family and the 7-Up Ranch |
| Address |
FM 145 |
| City |
Dimmitt |
| County |
Castro |
| UTM Zone |
13 |
| UTM Easting |
738028 |
| UTM Northing |
3807740 |
| Subject Codes |
ranches/ranching; pioneers; |
| Marker Year |
1981 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
No |
| Marker Location |
SW corner FM 145 and FM 1055 |
| Private Property |
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| Marker Condition |
|
| Marker Size |
18" x 28" subject marker with post |
| Marker Text |
The first permanent settlers in Castro County, the James W. Carter family moved to this area in 1884. A tent and dugout served as home until a house was constructed (100 yards W.). Their cattle, which they brought with them, were marked with the 7-Up brand. Their daughter Lizzie (b. 1886) was the first white child born to a permanent settler in the area. James Carter (1845-1916) was instrumental in the organization of the Castro County government in 1891 and served on the first commissioners court. Carter and his wife Ellen (1855-1942) later opened a hotel in Dimmitt. (1981) SUPPLEMENTAL PLAQUE: J. W. Carter owned land at this site. His home was located 1/2 mile southwest of here. |
