Historical Marker
Bronte
Historical marker location:
Bronte, Texas
( South intersection of SH 158 and US 277, on SH 158, Bronte)
Marker installed: 1964
Eastern gateway to Permian Basin, in Coke County. Called Oso and Broncho in early 1880's. Formally named for English novelist Charlotte Bronte, in 1890. Incorporated 1907.
Basic agricultural economy, predominantly ranching. Site of major oil and gas development since 1948. (1964).