He came to Texas in 1805 and became a businessman. He became active in the government of the area, helped establish the port of Galveston and continued his freight business. When he died in 1827, he had not had much financial success, but was buried with the help of his friends in the legislature. The city has many structures of an historic nature which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many of these house antique shops and specialty stores, as well as eating establishments.
Many areas have nice parks and recreation areas near the Colorado River.
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