One Mile North to Birthplace of
​Harvey Means (1868-1943)

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Marker Text: ​Noted Negro civic leader and barber to two generations of prominent Texans. An adventurous youth, Means began work at age 18 as shoe-shine boy in a west Texas barber shop. When rowdy cowboys demanded haircuts one day, Means (though inexperienced) complied with their wishes, and thus began a 54-year career.   
        His last 31 years were spent in Fort Worth, where he helped establish a hospital and city park for black citizens. He led in civic, religious, and fraternal affairs and worked continually to improve race relations. His 10 children all attended college. (1971) 

Marker No: 9893

Aluminum 18 x 28 Subject Marker

Geographic: 31.626295, -96.379059

Location: from Teague, take FM 1365 about 6 miles west to marker on north side of road