Founded in 1923, Morton's post office was established in 1924. amd ot became the seat of Cochran County when the county was organized in 1924. Today, Morton is the banking, market and shipping center for the county. Products include petroleum, cotton, cattle and feed.
Adobe buildings placed to form a quadrangle, part of once extensive headquarters complex of cattle baron who established ranching empire. Still ranch headquarters; visitors welcome. Two miles south on Texas 214; one mile west on F.M. 1169 (not shown on most maps)
Morton, TX RanchesNorth 13 mi. on Texas 214. Founded 1935
Morton, TX Wildlife Refuges Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 9
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Built in 1892, old stone jailhouse is oldest building in county. Features old jail office with cells upstairs. Outside is res...
One of the first movie theaters in West Texas, opened in 1920 featuring silent films; 1929 adapted to sound; closed in 1957. ...
From a hearty chuckwagon breakfast to mesquite-grilled steaks at dinner, activities are tailored to suit your interests. Depe...
Barbed-wire collection and other relics from early settlers on view in county courthouse, which was built in 1936 to replace ...
Formed in freshwater mussels, pearls range in color from pink to rich purple. Local jewelers offer variety of settings for th...