Historical Marker
First Court Tree
Historical marker location:
Junction, Texas
( on private property north of Junction via US 377 and private railroad)
Marker installed: 1971
Site of 1876 hearing presided over by Judge W. A. Blackburn, with Texas Rangers on guard and the accused chained to tree.
Texas is known for its barbecue, and one of the most famous barbecue restaurants in the state is Kreuz Market in Lockhart. The restaurant has been in operation since 1900 and is still family-owned.