3084/3080/3040 FM 2625, Marshall
Architectural Survey
Historical Background
Rosborough Springs was first used by the Caddo Indians, who believed that the eighteen mineral springs, each one differend, had special healing powers. The springs were purchased in 1845 by William J. Rosborough. His grandson, James Merchandised the water as miracle cure for his medical pateitns claimgins: "The waters had been tested and were found to cure every known form of ksin and blood disease." (Lale Trail brochure)
In 1897, a hotel, pavilion, stables and cottages were constrcuted as a first class resrot. In 1933 the buildings burned, leaving only the pavilion and a few cottages standing.
