Park Named for William A. Carroll, M.D.
(April 13, 1875-April 22, 1960) Born in Chester County, Tenn., son of Joseph Cyrus and Emily Kirk Carroll. Married Claudia Haltom, 1900. Graduated 1901 from University of Tennessee. Moved to Claude, 1914. In career of 54 years, delivered over 2500 babies. A staunch Democrat; a Mason and a Shriner; charter member, Claude Lions Club; director, First State Bank of Claude; president, Potter County Medical Association, he was honored, 1950, when city of Claude named this park for him. Dr. and Mrs. Carroll had four children: Kirk, Ralph, Perry, and Roberta. The son Ralph became a physician in Amarillo. (1973)
35.1060° N, 101.3614° W
Where to Find It
Corner of Trice Street and Fifth Street, in Municipal Park, Claude.
Nearby Markers
- 0.2 mi N First Baptist Church of Claude Claude
- 0.3 mi NE Armstrong County Claude
- 0.3 mi NE Dr. and Mrs. Wm. A. Warner Claude
- 0.3 mi NE Town of Claude Claude
- 0.3 mi NE Route of Coronado Expedition Claude
- 0.3 mi NE Boy Scout Troop No. 17 Claude