Details for Capt. Wm. E. Moore Home

Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5277008211

Data

Marker Number 8211
Atlas Number 5277008211
Marker Title Capt. Wm. E. Moore Home
Index Entry Moore, William E., Home
Address 950 Moore St.
City Blossom
County Lamar
UTM Zone 15
UTM Easting 279892
UTM Northing 3726401
Subject Codes houses, residential buildings
Marker Year 1965
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark Yes
Marker Location
Private Property No
Marker Condition In Situ
Marker Size RTHL medallion
Marker Text Old Southern style homestead, 1871. 1 1/2 stories. Built by soldier, statesman, citizen, Capt. Wm. E. Moore and his wife, Sarah Elizabeth Neal. During Civil War, Capt. Moore commanded "Shreveport Grays." In 1872, won race for state senator, after campaign when he shared buggy with rival. Held office in administration of Governor Richard Coke, which marked end of Reconstruction in Texas. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965
ATLAS_NUM=5277008211

Location Map