Alice
The Hub City of South Texas
General Information
Other Name: Bandana, District: Texas, State: South West, United States of America
Area: 12.3 sq mi
Languages Spoken: English
Long Distance Code: +1 361
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Alice is a city in South Texas in Jim Wells County, Texas, United States. The population was 19,010 at the 2000 census. Alice was established in 1888.As a result of the Texas-Mexican Railroad and the San Antonio-Aransas Pass Railroad intersecting at Alice, the community became the world''s largest cattle shipping point from 1888 to 1893.Alice is a hub of the petroleum industry, agri-business and tourism in South Texas. The lifestyle is outdoor oriented with hunting, fishing, and golfing as the main attractions.Location
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Only in Alice will one find the world''s tallest, cement water tower. Located in downtown Alice near City Hall,is what the 1976 Guinness Book of Records calls the tallest concrete water tower in the world. Built in 1926-27, the 165-feet tall
tower has a 3-foot tall tank which; measures 28.4 feet in diameter.
tower has a 3-foot tall tank which; measures 28.4 feet in diameter.
Don Jose dé Escandón was chosen in 1746 to explore and settle the South Texas area. He founded 23
settlements in the area over a two year period. Ranching and farming were the economic foundation of these settlements. This still held true through the 1800''s, as Alice was recognized as the largest cattle-shipping center in the world.On November 14, 1999 a statue of Don Jose dé Escandón was donated to the City of Alice by the children of the late Tomas and Eloisa Pena Martinez: Jose C. Martinez, Rita Martinez Jaso, Lucila Martinez Reynolds and Guadalupe T. Martinez.
settlements in the area over a two year period. Ranching and farming were the economic foundation of these settlements. This still held true through the 1800''s, as Alice was recognized as the largest cattle-shipping center in the world.On November 14, 1999 a statue of Don Jose dé Escandón was donated to the City of Alice by the children of the late Tomas and Eloisa Pena Martinez: Jose C. Martinez, Rita Martinez Jaso, Lucila Martinez Reynolds and Guadalupe T. Martinez.
Jim Wells, County Courthouse located in Alice, Texas. Listed as an active courthouse. Designed by architect Atlee B. Ayres and constructed by ,1912 in the Mediterranean Revival with Prairie influences.
The City of Alice and the state of Texas were fortunate to have a friend like Lucien Flournoy. Lucien was born on June 13, 1919 and died on March 27, 2003. He was a true entrepreneur, facilitator, husband, father, grandfather, friend and generous supporter of his community, the Boy Scouts of America, many religious, social and welfare
organizations. Lucien was a great philanthropist willing to support and serve in appointed or elected position. “Heroes
may be forgotten, but legends never die.
organizations. Lucien was a great philanthropist willing to support and serve in appointed or elected position. “Heroes
may be forgotten, but legends never die.
South Texas Museum focuses on distinctive history and traditions of this South Texas region.Exhibits trace habitation from American Indian to 20th Century farm, ranch, railroad, and oil activities, with emphasis on
pioneer ranch and household artifacts. Includes mounted wildlife and livestock specimens.
pioneer ranch and household artifacts. Includes mounted wildlife and livestock specimens.
Tejano ROOTS is a private, non-profit organization established June 9, 1999. The Hall of Fame honors and recognizes Tejano artists, musicians, composers and any other persons who have contributed to the awareness and
entertainment of the Tejano culture. The museum preserves the historical artifacts, documents and culture of the Tejano Music industry.
entertainment of the Tejano culture. The museum preserves the historical artifacts, documents and culture of the Tejano Music industry.