Scales-Fortson House

"This residence was constructed in the 1890's by H.L. Scales, owner of a local gin and cottonseed oil mill. In 1911 it was purchased by John Thompson, President of the Corsicana National Bank. It became the home of banker and land owner Joe B Fortson in the 1920's and remained in his family until 1976. The galleried house features Victorian and classical revival detailing and interior woodwork if walnut, maple, and redwood. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1980"