​Reading Wood Black
​(1830 - 1867) 

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Marker Text: ​On this site stood home and trading post of Reading Wood Black. Native of New Jersey, he settled in Texas, 1853, near Leona River where he was successful in many business ventures. Founded town of Uvalde; gave land for public school. Elected County Commissioner, 1856; State Representative, 1866. (1967) 

Marker No: 4208

Aluminum 14 x 24 Subject Marker

Geographic: 29.209778,-99.785225

Location: ​Intersection of East Street and U.S. 90, Uvalde