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Judge John S. Callicutt

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Texas Historical Marker · 1988 · Marker 8282

The marker

John Spencer Callicutt moved to Corsicana in 1886 and opened his law practice. As an active member of the community, Callicutt served on the founding board of the county hospital, as well as the boards of Central State Bank and other businesses. A member of the First Methodist Church, he was active in Masonic activities, including work with handicapped children. In 1935 he was appointed district judge by Gov. Miriam A. Ferguson. Married to the former Evelina Jack, he was the father of seven children. He and his wife are buried in Oakwood Cemetery. (1988)

Where it stands

1244 West 4th Avenue Corsicana

1244 W 4th Ave.

Source: Texas Historical Commission, Texas Historic Sites Atlas, record 5349008282, read 17 September 2026.