A Brief Photographic Tour of Upshur County History
(Continued)
Churches. Orphanage, and Hospital
First Baptist Church
The First Methodist Church
The Dickson Orphans Home
The Orphans Home on the south side of Gilmer founded by the Reverend W.
L. Dixon was the only home for Negro orphans in the State of Texas until
1929. The institution opened its doors in 1900 and deeded its 27 buildings
and 700 acres to the state. The excellent choir made tours to raise money
for the orphanage.
The Reverend W. L. Dickson
Ragland Hospital and Clinic
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