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The Unofficial Mayor of South Austin | Texas News
Moses Saldaña Sr., the beloved unofficial mayor of South Austin and Marine veteran, passed away at 95, surrounded by all ten of his children—a powerful symbol of his enduring family legacy. A tireless community advocate, he famously secured life-saving rail crossing gates in 1980 after multiple tragedies, proving his unwavering commitment to safety and justice. Rising from East Austin’s toughest streets through boxing, he used the G.I. Bill to master bookkeeping—but never lost his devotion to his neighborhood. His legacy thrives in generations of civic-minded family members who carry on his…
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