James B. Woods
Due to his education, background and profession, Woods easily became involved in politics and, in 1834, was elected Alcalde (Mayor) of the Liberty District. He represented the District at the Consultations of 1835 and, in March 1836, was one of five delegates representing Liberty at the Washington-on-the-Brazos Convention. On March 11, 1836, 34-year-old James B. Woods was one of the men who signed the Texas Declaration of Independence. In addition to his civic duties, Woods also served in the Texas Army, Franklin Hardin Company from July 7 to October 7, 1836. He then returned to Liberty and his family to resume his law practice.
In 1838, Woods ran an unsuccessful campaign for Congress against his brother-in-law, Hugh B. Johnston. That same year, he married Mary Ann White (b.1822), daughter of former Mayor Matthew G. White. James and Mary Ann had three children. In 1851, James
Woods killed Alexander Buxton over an election quarrel, and was said to have been remorseful. Tradition states that he was killed or took his own life. He was buried in the White Family Cemetery, three miles southeast of Liberty, with members of his family and neighbors.Erected 2013 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 17840.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • War, Texas Independence.
Location. 30° 3.473′ N, 94° 47.831′ W. Marker is in Liberty, Texas, in Liberty County. Marker is on Travis Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 305 Travis Street, Liberty TX 77575, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ott Hotel (here, next to this marker); Col. Edward Bradford Pickett (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sam Houston's Law Office (about 500 feet away); Sam Houston in Liberty County (about 500 feet away); The Seven Courthouses of Liberty County (about 500 feet away); Plaza de Mercado (about 500 feet away); Plaza Constitucional (about 500 feet away); Captain William M. Logan (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Liberty.
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