This is a recent view of the first home built for F.Z. Bishop, founder of Bishop, TX. It is located on 5th Street, just one block from the US Post Office. The famous Bishop Hotel once stood on its east side. Presently on its west side is the former Humble Service Station, facing Business Hwy. 77, once operated by Andy Hamilton and then by his son, George Hamilton. It is now believed to be owned by Stoke Holmes, III, and has been vacant for many years.
I remember trying to buy the house in the early 80's, but could never get anyone to give me any information on how to reach the owners. Sad to see the Beautiful home fall my the wayside. Guess it will be the next thing to be torn down. History just doesn't mean anyting any more