[Pool at Griggs Park]

Photograph of four children swimming in a pool. The admission to Griggs Park was free.
Date: August 1955
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

The Big Plow with Disc 6 foot J5G, Photo 36, L-8307,

Photograph of what was unofficially called The Big Plow with a 6-foot disc. The Series H (Model 6-16) was introduced in 1955, according to, Eric C. Orlemann's book on LeTourneau earthmoving equipment.
Date: August 15, 1955
Creator: R.G. LeTourneau, Inc.
System: The Portal to Texas History

Transporter, off-road tests, P0U,P-10-36, L 8360

Photograph of LeTourneau transporter being put through its off-road tests. Its six wide tires made it especially well-suited for very sandy environments, such as deserts.
Date: August 22, 1955
Creator: R.G. LeTourneau, Inc
System: The Portal to Texas History