Texas Couple Received $55,000 for Guadalupe Mountains Land
In 1970, a Texas couple refused to sell their land for the proposed Guadalupe Mountains National Park, demanding $1 million. After condemnation proceedings, they were awarded $55,000 in 1972 and retained the right to live on and use the property for life, despite their initial resistance to selling their home and business.
Economic Times·3h ago·Texas

