Built in 1948 in Plains, Texas, the Yoakum
County Seat, this is the
present Yoakum County Courthouse.
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This picture is
from "Yoakum County From Sod to
1986" published by the Yoakum County Historical Commission
The first Yoakum County Courthouse was built
in 1908. After it burned, the1926 courthouse was built. |
Photo courtesy of Harvey Lusk, Jr.
Here is a picture of the "old
courthouse" taken at an earlier time which was furnished by Harvey
"W.T." Lusk, Jr.
Note the outhouse
at the right of the picture. |
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The "Old Courthouse" stands adjacent to the present
Courthouse in downtown Plains. Built in 1926, It is still used for some events.
Photo by Shirley & James Webb
This photo was taken on February 25, 2003. |