Frank B. Davison
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Frank Burt Davison (1855–1935) is considered one of the founding fathers of Texas City, Texas,[by whom?] its first postmaster and grocer.[1]
Transferred from Michigan in 1891 as resident manager of the Texas City Improvement Company, he moved to a location within what would be the city in 1892. He established its first Post Office in 1893, opened its first general store, and became a director of its first bank, the Texas City State Bank. He also founded a real estate firm, Davison and Smith.
Civic participation
In 1911, the 1,500-plus residents of Texas City decided to incorporate and form a municipal government. On September 16, 1911, Davison and H. M. Coats became the town's first two commissioners, while W. P. Tarpey was elected as the first mayor.[2] Davison subsequently served on its school board.
