Located on Washington St. and painted on the side of Tower Bargain Building. The three houses pictured were taken from the Wharton County Historical Book. Pioneers John and Genelle Morris lived in the center house, and Mrs. Morris' parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Evans, lived in the house on the right. John Morris, aged 105 at this time (July 1997), is still living and active. Mrs. Morris is age 101 and is in a local nursing home. The park in the center of town is named for Mrs. Evans. She made flower beds and cared for them because she was ashamed of the weed patch passengers on the SP Train saw as they rode the train through her town. Her efforts continue to inspire citizens today. *Note the feathers flying, and the boiling pot of water as a chicken is being prepared for a meal.  The old store is typical of general stores in El Campo. Before electricity and vacuum cleaners, rug beating was the norm.

Sponsor: Tower Bargain Center
Artist: Dayton Wodrich 1997