Isaac Jones
Point Blank, San Jacinto County, Texas
Marker Inscription
(October 4, 1793 - May 27, 1878) Individualistic pioneer of Texas. Born in Mississippi; moved here 1834, receiving Mexican land grant on west bank of Trinity River. Served 3 months in army of Texas Republic 1836-38. Operated ferry at Jones Bluff 1858, 1861. Wife: Elizabeth (Martin).
Erected by Texas Historical Commission
The Story
Isaac Jones was a self-reliant pioneer who moved to the Trinity River country in 1834, taking up a Mexican land grant on the river's west bank while Texas was still under Mexican rule. He served briefly in the army of the young Texas Republic between 1836 and 1838 and later ran a ferry at Jones Bluff, a vital river crossing for travelers and goods.
Why it matters
Frontier ferrymen like Jones stitched together the roads and river crossings that made settlement and commerce possible in the early Republic of Texas.
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- · Isaac Jones
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