Reierson, Hans and Berthe, House
SW of Clifton, Clifton, TXThis small stone house presumably was constructed by Hans and Berthe Reierson shortly after their arrival in Bosque County in 1871 and 1872, respectively. It is of significance because it has been altered very little since the turn of the century, and still retains its wood-shingle roof and many of its original wooden fixtures. This building is unoccupied and has been used for storage since 1911.
Local significance of the building:Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1983.
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