Reading Wood Black
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Reading Wood Black (September 23, 1830 – October 3, 1867), was the father of Uvalde County, Texas and city of Uvalde, Texas, which he founded as the town of Encina. In 1979, Recorded Texas Historic Landmark 4209 was placed in the Hillcrest Cemetery to honor Reading Wood Black.[1] In 1997, Recorded Texas Historic Landmark 4208 was placed at the intersection of East Street and U.S. 90, to mark the site of the former home and trading post of Reading Wood Black.[2]
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Reading Wood Black | |
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Born | (1830-09-23)September 23, 1830 |
Died | October 3, 1867(1867-10-03) (aged 37) Uvalde, Texas, US |
Known for | Founder of Uvalde, Texas |
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