Baker Mercantile Company

Opened in 1894 in Lockney, Texas, the Baker Mercantile Company served as a prominent retailer during the settlement and growth of the surrounding region. Established by J.A. and Alice Baker, the store remained under family operation until 1972 when it closed. The store received a Texas State Historical Marker in 1971.

From the guide to the Baker Mercantile Company Records, S 55. 2., 1924-1937, (Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, Texas Tech University)

Established in 1894 by James A. Baker in Lockney, Texas, the J. A. Baker Store was operated by Baker family members until it closed in 1972. One of the oldest mercantile establishments on the South Plains continually owned by the same family, the store also housed the Lockney Post Office. James A. Baker served as Postmaster from 1894 to 1910. The original structure burned in 1914 and a new building was erected near the old location. The new building was commemorated with a Texas state historical marker in 1971.

From the description of Records, 1896-1969, 1896-1957. (Texas Tech University). WorldCat record id: 23237722

Established in 1894 by James A. Baker in Lockney, Texas, the J. A. Baker Store was operated by Baker family members until it closed in 1972. One of the oldest mercantile establishments on the South Plains continually owned by the same family, the store also housed the Lockney Post Office. James A. Baker served as Postmaster from 1894 to 1910. The original structure burned in 1914 and a new building was erected near the old location. The new building was commemorated with a Texas State historical marker in 1971.

From the guide to the Baker Mercantile Company (Lockney, Texas) Company Records, S 55. 1., 1896-1957 and undated, (Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, Texas Tech University, )