Alva Everett Taylor
(July 19, 1891-Dec. 8, 1965)
Grassroots researcher-writer and historical preservationist whose work led to development of this pioneer village.
Born near Dawson (10 mi. SW), Taylor attended Baylor University (1911-13), married Maud Stockard (1914), and was
father of 3 children. Farming, unsuccessful oil drilling in the 1920s boom, and other ventures formed his business
career. From his youth, historical interest led him to do original research. He published several books and
pamphlets, 1951-59. With Joe Daniel and others, he founded the Navarro County Historical Society in 1956, and this
village in 1958.
Marker is on 912 W. Park Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Courtesy hmdb.org
