Motley County. Formed from Young and Bexar territories; created August 21, 1876, organized February 5, 1891. Named in honor of Dr. Junius William Motley, 1812-1836, signer of the Texas declaration of Independence, aide to General Rusk at the Battle of San Jacinto where he was mortally wounded. Matador, the county seat. #3483
US 70, in Virgina Walton Park, Matador, TX
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by Texas Historical Commission #03483 of the Texas Historical Marker series
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