Historical Marker

Home of Col. Charles DeMorse

Historical marker location:

115 E. Comanche, Clarksville, Texas

( 115 E. Comanche)

Home of Col. Charles DeMorse (1816-1887), pioneer soldier, statesman and publisher. Founder and Editor of the Northern Standard, 1842-1887. First and most important newspaper in the region during that period. Around two log rooms built in 1833, he erected his colonial home in which he resided until his death. Occupied continuously since by his descendants. Could this old home, that he so loved, speak fascinating tales it might unfold.