Details for A. C. Jones Home
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5025007126
Data
Marker Number | 7126 |
Atlas Number | 5025007126 |
Marker Title | A. C. Jones Home |
Index Entry | Jones, A. C., Home |
Address | 611 E. Jones St. |
City | Beeville |
County | Bee |
UTM Zone | 14 |
UTM Easting | 622740 |
UTM Northing | 3143493 |
Subject Codes | houses, residential buildings |
Marker Year | 1967 |
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
Marker Location | 611 E. Jones St., Beeville |
Private Property | No |
Marker Condition | In Situ |
Marker Size | Medallion & Plate |
Marker Text | Built 1906 by Mrs. Jane Field Jones, (1842-1918), philanthropist, builder of a local school and teacherage, widow of "Father of Beeville," Captain A. C. Jones. Occupied 1918-1966 by Mr. and Mrs. Allen Carter Jones, III. Still property of descendants. Early 20th century Baroque architecture, with large formal rooms, 8 fireplaces, hardwood floors, high ceilings. Has been site for entertainment of Texas leaders, including governors. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1967 |