Langtry in Val Verde County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
William H. Dodd
Photographed By Julie Szabo, February 7, 2008
1. William H. Dodd Marker
Inscription.
William H. Dodd. . Born in 1868, England native William H. Dodd settled in Val Verde County by 1894, establishing a ranch and general merchandise store. He also served as postmaster, operating the post office from his store, which occupied this site for many years. Dodd and his wife, Lula, also owned a rooming and boarding house and were both active in the Langtry community. She organized town festivals, and between 1892 and 1933, he served in many official positions, including Justice of the Peace and County Commissioner. Dodd also reportedly aided Mexican Revolutionaries, providing them with arms and other supplies. Remembered fondly by much of Langtry, Dodd died in 1935, survived by Lula and their four children.
Born in 1868, England native William H. Dodd settled in Val Verde County by 1894, establishing a ranch and general merchandise store. He also served as postmaster, operating the post office from his store, which occupied this site for many years. Dodd and his wife, Lula, also owned a rooming and boarding house and were both active in the Langtry community. She organized town festivals, and between 1892 and 1933, he served in many official positions, including Justice of the Peace and County Commissioner. Dodd also reportedly aided Mexican Revolutionaries, providing them with arms and other supplies. Remembered fondly by much of Langtry, Dodd died in 1935, survived by Lula and their four children.
Erected 2003 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 13173.)
Location. 29° 48.51′ N, 101° 33.577′ W. Marker is in Langtry, Texas, in Val Verde County. Marker is on Torres Avenue, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Langtry TX 78871, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Langtry (a few steps from this marker); The Torres Family
Real photo postcard of the William H. Dodd Store and Hangman's Tree.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 28, 2008, by Julie Szabo of Oldsmar, Florida. This page has been viewed 1,628 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on February 28, 2008, by Julie Szabo of Oldsmar, Florida. 4. submitted on February 8, 2024, by William F Haenn of Fort Clark (Brackettville), Texas. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
