William H. Gaston
1840–1927 (age 87)
Biography
William H. Gaston, born in 1840, became one of the foremost bankers and land developers of Dallas during a period of rapid expansion. He invested in railroads and urban infrastructure, helping to guide his adopted city through transformative years of growth.
Gaston was also a generous supporter of educational and charitable causes, believing that a thriving community required both economic vitality and civic responsibility. His legacy endures in the institutions and neighborhoods that benefited from his foresight.