William H. Dodd

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. (2003)

William H. Dodd is a historical marker in Langtry, Val Verde County, dedicated in 2003. It is one of 61 historical markers documented in Val Verde County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 75 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 29.8064, -101.5590 near Langtry. The nearest cataloged historic site is The Torres Family (historical marker), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Langtry, Babb Cemetery, and Langtry School.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5465013173. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.