Herefords in Sweetwater

Organized 1922, the Sweetwater Hereford Breeders Association and Auction Sale (now Sweetwater Area Hereford Association) is considered Texas' third oldest group formed to promote this fine beef breed. First Officers: Walter L. Boothe, president; G.E. Bradford and J.D. Dulaney, vice presidents; E.P. Neblett, secretary. The Texas Hereford Association assisted local breeders in early sales. First sale was held March 1, 1922. Then semi-annual events, sales are now held annually. Some consignors to the Golden Anniversary Sale, December 4, 1972, are from families of the organizers. (1972)

Herefords in Sweetwater is a historical marker in Sweetwater, Nolan County, dedicated in 1972. It is one of 17 historical markers documented in Nolan County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 20 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 32.4827, -100.4104 near Sweetwater. The nearest cataloged historic site is Davis House (historical marker), about 0.5 miles away. Others within a short drive include Sweetwater Municipal Auditorium, Ragland Building, and I.M. (Mose) and Margaret Newman House.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5353002461. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.