Capt. Wm. E. Moore Home
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
33.6547° N, 95.3736° W
Nearby Markers
- 0.5 mi NW First Baptist Church of Blossom Blossom
- 5.2 mi W Reno Historic African American Cemetery Reno
- 6.1 mi E First Christian Church of Detroit Detroit
- 6.2 mi E John Nance Garner Home Detroit
- 6.5 mi W Moore's Springs Cemetery Paris
- 6.8 mi SW Shady Grove Cemetery Paris