#Texas #History: September 9, 1882, #EastDallas was incorporated. In 1872 William H. Gaston began promoting settlement in the area with the #Railroad lines through East Dallas. In the 1870s East Dallas became a popular #Recreation area with #Streetcar lines that ran from #Dallas to the #StateFair and the #Horse racing track. East Dallas was considered the most #Luxurious place to live in #DallasCounty. More info. linked in comments from #OnlineHandbookOfTexas Texas State Historical Association |

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