The American conflict: a history of the great rebellion in the United States of America, 1860-'64: its causes, incidents, and results: intended to exhibit especially its moral and political phases, with the drift and progress of American opinion respecting human slavery from 1776 to the close of the war for the Union.  Volume 2. (open access)

The American conflict: a history of the great rebellion in the United States of America, 1860-'64: its causes, incidents, and results: intended to exhibit especially its moral and political phases, with the drift and progress of American opinion respecting human slavery from 1776 to the close of the war for the Union. Volume 2.

Volume two of a two-volume set details political and military action in the Civil War. Chapter I (pp. 17-25) discusses activity in Texas and New Mexico in 1862. Analytical index begins on p. 765.
Date: 1866
Creator: Greeley, Horace, 1811-1872.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Big Bend of Texas (open access)

The Big Bend of Texas

This book contains numerous photographs of the Big Bend area with descriptions. Featured photographs include images from Fort Stockton, Marfa, Capote Canyon, Alpine, Marathon, Fort Davis, Presidio, and others.
Date: 192X
Creator: Albertype Co.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Encyclopedia of Texas (open access)

The Encyclopedia of Texas

This book provides a biographical view of Texas and its history. The book uses many narratives of the individuals who helped shape Texas history. The book also includes profiles of: the public school system in Texas; banking; the public school system; the State Fair; the Cotton Industry; oil history; and histories of select towns, such as Dallas, Fort Worth, Wichita Falls, Burkburnett, Ellis County, Waco, San Antonio, Galveston, and many others.
Date: [1921..1922]
Creator: Davis, Ellis Arthur & Grobe, Edwin H.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The encyclopedia of Texas, Vol. 1 (open access)

The encyclopedia of Texas, Vol. 1

Features short biographies of prominent Texans.
Date: 1922
Creator: Davis, Ellis Arthur & Grobe, Edwin H.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The encyclopedia of Texas, Vol. 2 (open access)

The encyclopedia of Texas, Vol. 2

Features short biographies of prominent Texans.
Date: 1922
Creator: Davis, Ellis Arthur & Grobe, Edwin H.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Grayson County; an illustrated history of Grayson County, Texas. (open access)

Grayson County; an illustrated history of Grayson County, Texas.

An illustrated history of Grayson County, Texas with numerous photographs and a pioneer name index (p. 120).
Date: 1960
Creator: Landrum, Graham
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Great Galveston Disaster, Containing a Full and Thrilling Account of the Most Appalling Calamity of Modern Times (open access)

The Great Galveston Disaster, Containing a Full and Thrilling Account of the Most Appalling Calamity of Modern Times

This book covers the Galveston Hurricane of 1900, the United States' deadliest natural disaster. It includes accounts from survivors and eyewitnesses, and photos of the devastation.
Date: 1900~
Creator: Lester, Paul
System: The Portal to Texas History
Guide to Texas emigrants (open access)

Guide to Texas emigrants

A promotional guide enticing settlers to come to Texas.
Date: 1835
Creator: Woodman, David, Jr.
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of Dallas County, Texas : from 1837 to 1887 (open access)

History of Dallas County, Texas : from 1837 to 1887

A history of the settlement and political organization of Dallas County as well as altercations between Anglo-American settlers and the indigenous American Indians of the region.
Date: 1887
Creator: Brown, John Henry
System: The Portal to Texas History
A History of Grayson County, Texas (open access)

A History of Grayson County, Texas

This book covers the early history of Grayson County, including early pioneers, industry, and development.
Date: 1936
Creator: Lucas, Mattie Davis & Hall, Mita Holsapple
System: The Portal to Texas History
A History of Greater Dallas and Vicinity: Volume 1 (open access)

A History of Greater Dallas and Vicinity: Volume 1

A history of the settlement of the Dallas area. Includes profiles on the Peters Colony; John Neely Bryan; early settlers; Civil War and Reconstruction; railroads; industry and trade; and other matters up to 1907.
Date: 1909
Creator: Lindsley, Philip
System: The Portal to Texas History
A History of Greater Dallas and Vicinity: Volume 2 (open access)

A History of Greater Dallas and Vicinity: Volume 2

A history of the settlement of the Dallas area. This volume includes profiles and biographies on citizens of Dallas and the surrounding area. Also includes profiles of several local businesses.
Date: 1909
Creator: Lindsley, Philip
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of Texas, from 1685 to 1892.  Volume 1. (open access)

History of Texas, from 1685 to 1892. Volume 1.

Volume one of a two-volume set, covers Texas history from colonial times to Texas's fight for independence from Mexico.
Date: 1892
Creator: Brown, John Henry, 1820-1895.
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of Texas, from 1685 to 1892.  Volume 2. (open access)

History of Texas, from 1685 to 1892. Volume 2.

Volume two of a two-volume set, covers Texas history from the time of Texas's fight for independence from Mexico through the gubernatorial administation of James S. Hogg in 1892.
Date: 1893
Creator: Brown, John Henry, 1820-1895.
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of Texas, Together with a Biographical History of Milam, Williamson, Bastrop, Travis, Lee and Burleson Counties. (open access)

History of Texas, Together with a Biographical History of Milam, Williamson, Bastrop, Travis, Lee and Burleson Counties.

Book containing a brief overview of the state of Texas and more specific focus on six specific counties, with extensive biographical sketches about persons related to the history of those places. An alphabetical index of persons who are included follows the table of contents at the front of the book.
Date: 1893
Creator: Lewis Publishing Company
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of the Revolution in Texas, Particularly of the War of 1835 & '36; Together With the Latest Geographical, Topographical, and Statistical Accounts of the Country, From the Most Authentic Sources. Also, an Appendix. (open access)

History of the Revolution in Texas, Particularly of the War of 1835 & '36; Together With the Latest Geographical, Topographical, and Statistical Accounts of the Country, From the Most Authentic Sources. Also, an Appendix.

Book outlining the history of the Texas Revolution and a description of Texas geography, with a map, as well as an appendix containing personal accounts and text excerpts about specific events.
Date: 1838
Creator: Newell, Chester
System: The Portal to Texas History
Houston, a history and guide (open access)

Houston, a history and guide

This book contains information about Houston including: Houston's history, Houston's economic interests, and interesting things to see and do while visiting Houston.
Date: 1942
Creator: Writers' Program (Tex.)
System: The Portal to Texas History
Indian Wars and Pioneers of Texas (open access)

Indian Wars and Pioneers of Texas

A history of pioneers in Texas and their confrontations with local American Indians.
Date: 1880~
Creator: Brown, John Henry
System: The Portal to Texas History
Inventory of county records, Bexar County courthouse, San Antonio, Texas, Volume 1 (open access)

Inventory of county records, Bexar County courthouse, San Antonio, Texas, Volume 1

Inventory of records of Bexar County. Begins with an introduction and explanation of the roles of various county government offices. Volume 1 describes the records of the County Clerk as Secretary for Commissioners Court, County Clerk as Recorder, Tax Assessor-Collector, County Auditor, Purchasing Agent, Road Administrator/County Engineer, County Judge, and County Treasurer. Also provides an index and a list of records accessioned by the Texas State Library.
Date: 1980
Creator: Texas County Records Inventory Project
System: The Portal to Texas History
Inventory of county records, Bexar County courthouse, San Antonio, Texas, Volume 2 (open access)

Inventory of county records, Bexar County courthouse, San Antonio, Texas, Volume 2

Inventory of records of Bexar County. Begins with an introduction and explanation of the roles of various county government offices. Volume 2 describes the records of the District Clerk, County Clerk as Reporter for County Court, Justice of the Peace, Sheriff, Constable, District/County Attorney, Medical Examiner, Adult Probation Department, and Juvenile Probation Department. Also provides an index and a list of records accessioned by the Texas State Library.
Date: 1980
Creator: Texas County Records Inventory Project
System: The Portal to Texas History
Inventory of county records, Callahan County courthouse, Baird, Texas (open access)

Inventory of county records, Callahan County courthouse, Baird, Texas

Inventory of the records of Callahan County. Begins with an introduction and explanation of the roles of various county government offices. Describes the records of the Commissioners' Court, County Clerk, County Court, County Attorney, District Clerk, Justice of the Peace, Sheriff, Tax Assessor-Collector, County Treasurer, and School Superintendent. Includes a listing of Callahan County Records and an index.
Date: 1977
Creator: Texas County Records Inventory Project
System: The Portal to Texas History
Inventory of county records, Camp County Courthouse, Pittsburg, Texas (open access)

Inventory of county records, Camp County Courthouse, Pittsburg, Texas

Inventory of records of Camp County housed in the Camp County Courthouse in Pittsburg, Texas. Begins with an introduction and explanation of the roles of various county government offices. Describes the records of the CommissionersÂ’ Court, County Judge, County Clerk, County Court, County Attorney, District Clerk, Justice of the Peace, Tax Assessor-Collector, Sheriff, Treasurer, Auditor, and School Superintendent. Also provides a list of Camp County records and an index.
Date: 1977
Creator: Ferrier, Douglas M.; Patterson, Thaxson; Fortin, Maurice; Riney, James E.; Neher, Paul & Thomson, Robert
System: The Portal to Texas History
Inventory of county records, Chambers County courthouse, Anahuac, Texas (open access)

Inventory of county records, Chambers County courthouse, Anahuac, Texas

Inventory of records of Chambers County. Begins with an introduction and explanation of the roles of various county government offices. Describes the records of the Commissioners Court, County Judge, County Clerk, County Court, County Attorney, District Clerk, Juvenile Probation, Justice of the Peace, Sheriff, Tax Assessor-Collector, County Treasurer, Auditor, and County Engineer. Also includes a listing of Chambers County records and an index.
Date: 1980
Creator: Texas County Records Inventory Project
System: The Portal to Texas History
Inventory of county records, Crockett County courthouse, Ozona, Texas (open access)

Inventory of county records, Crockett County courthouse, Ozona, Texas

Inventory of the records of Crockett County. Begins with an introduction and explanation of the roles of various county government offices. Describes the records of the Commissioners' Court, County Clerk, County Court, District Clerk, Justice of the Peace, Sheriff, Tax Assessor-Collector, Treasurer, Auditor, and School Superintendent. Also includes a listing of Crockett County Records and an index.
Date: 1976~
Creator: Texas County Records Inventory Project
System: The Portal to Texas History