Rueben Reed Jr.: A Childhood Lost Too Soon

This account is based on Rueben Bennie Reed Jr.’s firsthand testimony.

If you would like to write to Rueben please send correspondents here:

Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Rueben Reed Number: 02021938
PO Box 660400
Dallas, Texas 75266-0400.

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