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O. W. Parker (1876-1962) moved to Crockett County in 1902 and worked for local ranchers until he eventually established his own ranch. Parker had this house built for his family after the 1926 Yates oil field discovery brought prosperity to the region. Completed in 1930, it is a fine example of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. The property was also known for its orchards and gardens, tended by O. W.'s wife, Mildred (d. 1970). Recorded Texas Historic Landmark-1994
Parker, O.W. Ranch Headquarters is a historical marker in Iraan, Crockett County, dedicated in 1994. It is one of 29 historical markers documented in Crockett County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 36 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 30.9649, -101.8876 near Iraan. The nearest cataloged historic site is Camp Melvin and the Pontoon Crossing of the Pecos River (historical marker), about 7.8 miles away. Others within a short drive include Grave "W.C.S.", Ruins of Fort Lancaster, and Howard's Well.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5105003634. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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