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The J.W. Carter Family and the 7-Up Ranch 12652 |
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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 yds.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. Supplement: J.W. Carter owned land at this site. His home was located 1/2 mile southwest of here. Location: Intersection of FM 1055 and FM 145, 16 mi. SW of Dimmitt Dimmitt Castro County, Texas
Castro County Texas.
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