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History of Negro Soldiers in the Spanish-American War, and Other Items of Interest.
Book describing the causes of the Spanish American War, the incident with the Battleship Maine, African Americans in the Navy, African Americans on San Juan Hill, Roosevelt, McKinley, Buffalo Soldiers, African American officers and regiments. General themes include civil rights and prejudice.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Johnson, Edward A. (Edward Austin), 1860-1944
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.
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:
2017
Creator:
Newell, Chester
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The War in Texas; A Review of Facts and Circumstances, showing that this contest is a Crusade Against Mexico, set on foot by Slaveholders, Land Speculators, &c. In Order to Re-Establish, Extend, and Perpetuate the System of Slavery and the Slave Trade.
Opinion piece describing the history and reasons for the Texas Revolution, including the position that it was intended to support slavery in Texas.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Lundy, Benjamin, 1789-1839
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Reminiscences of the Boys in Gray, 1861-1865
Sketches of several hundred Confederate veterans, residing in Texas after the Civil War, giving particulars of their war service.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Yeary, Mamie, 1876-
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Early Military Forts and Posts in Oklahoma
Book discussing the history behind the early forts and military camps in Oklahoma, including Fort Towson, Fort Gibson, and Fort Washita. Index begins on page 129.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Faulk, Odie B.; Franks, Kenny Arthur, 1945- & Lambert, Paul F.
System:
The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Bailey's Light: Saga of Brit Bailey and Other Hardy Pioneers
Book highlighting the life and times of James Britton Bailey, who first came to Texas in 1818. This work covers his interactions with Stephen F. Austin, and his journeys through the Civil War and Reconstruction. Index starts on page 131.
Date:
2018
Creator:
Golson, Josephine Polley
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Biographical Encyclopedia of Texas
Biographical view of Texas and its history including narratives of the individuals who helped shape Texas history and information about important point in history including: the pioneer days of Texas, Texas' transition from a Mexican state to being part of the United States, and the wars in which Texas citizens took part.
Date:
2017
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Wood County, 1850-1900
This text gives an overview of Wood County, Texas from roughly 1850 to 1900. It includes historical sketches of various aspects of life in the county as well as anecdotes. Genealogical information and documentation are also included for pioneer families in the area.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Wood County Historical Society
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Family Saga: A Collection of Texas Family Legends
Series of family anecdotes, collected from authors across the state of Texas describing general family history, how families arrived in Texas, and experiences related to the Civil War, Indians, animals, religion, ghosts, feuds, historic figures, and various other topics. Index starts on page 349.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Abernethy, Francis Edward; Lincecum, Jerry Bryan & Vick, Frances Brannen, 1935-
System:
The UNT Digital Library
A Lady and a Lone Star Flag
Book discussing the history of Texas and of the creation of the Lone Star Flag by Joanna Elizabeth Troutman, which was lost at Goliad after the massacre there.
Date:
2018
Creator:
Pope, Henry David
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Through Unexplored Texas: Notes Taken during the Expedition Commanded by Captain Randolph Barnes Marcy, United States Army, in the Summer and Fall of 1854
Book about the 1854 expedition lead by Randolph Barnes Marcy through the frontier of Texas. Includes meetings with settlers and Native Americans, geography, and wildlife.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Parker, W. B. (William B.)
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Indian Wars and Pioneers of Texas
A history of pioneers in Texas and their confrontations with local American Indians.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Brown, John Henry
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Journey of Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca and His Companions From Florida to the Pacific, 1528-1536
Translation of the original narrative by Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca, about his trip across North America, as well as historical notes and supporting documentation, such as other personal accounts.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Núñez Cabeza de Vaca, Alvar, active 16th century & Bandelier, Adolph Francis Alphonse, 1840-1914
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Life and Adventures Of "Billy" Dixon, of Adobe Walls, Texas Panhandle
Biography of Billy Dixon detailing his life on the Texas frontier and his part in the fight at Adobe Walls (1874), based on his personal narratives.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Dixon, Billy
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Fighting Men of the Indian Wars: A Biographical Encyclopedia of the Mountain Men, Soldiers, Cowboys, and Pioneers Who Took Up Arms During America's Westward Expansion
This book "is a compendium of America's Indian Wars and the mountain men, soldiers, cowboys and pioneers who took part in them" (dust-jacket). It includes information about all the major American Indian battles, the lives of notable men who fought in the battles, and the combat techniques employed. The index begins on page 247.
Date:
2017
Creator:
O'Neal, Bill
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Indian Leaders: Oklahoma’s First Statesmen
Book discussing the history of Native Americans, including Quanah Parker and Black Kettle, and their involvement in political, military, and social confrontations in Oklahoma. Index starts on page 177.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Jordan, H. Glenn & Holm, Thomas M.
System:
The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Through the Years: Reminiscences of Pioneer Days on the Texas Border
Biographical account of the Kelsey Family's arrival to Texas and their adoption of Hannah Rebecca Allen. The book spans the time period from their arrival through World War One. Index begins on page 177.
Date:
2018
Creator:
Kelsey, Anna Marietta, 1863-
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Sonovagun Stew: A Folklore Miscellany
Collection of popular Texas folklore, including cowboy and gaucho songs, information about boat-making and other folk crafts, religious anecdotes, and other miscellaneous stories of early cowboy life in Texas. The index begins on page 165.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Abernethy, Francis Edward
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Miss Ella of the Deep South of Texas
Historical narrative of the life of Ellen Talbot and the region of Texas the author calls the "Deep South of Texas," meaning that area near the Gulf that combines elements of the West with those of the Deep South.
Date:
2018
Creator:
Allen, Arda Talbot, 1889-
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Education of Women in Texas
Study of the history of women's education in Texas. This work discusses the foundations of education in Texas and the factors that influenced the growth of women's education within the state. The index begins on page 179.
Date:
2018
Creator:
Aiken, Wreathy Price
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Texian Stomping Grounds
Collection containing sketches of post-war life in East Texas, including descriptions of early recreations and games, stories about Southern food and cooking, religious anecdotes, Negro folk tales, a first-hand account of a Negro folk play about the life of Christ, and other miscellaneous folklore. The index begins on page 159.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Dobie, J. Frank (James Frank), 1888-1964
System:
The UNT Digital Library
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:
2017
Creator:
Landrum, Graham
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Aunt Puss & Others: Old Days in the Piney Woods
Collection of memorable and comical stories about Emma Wilson Emery's family members, including her Aunt Puss, Uncle Lum, Uncle Noah, Aunt Chlo and others.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Emery, Emma Wilson
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Memories of the 20th Century: Stories by Eleanor Monroe
Collection of stand-alone autobiographical anecdotes written by Eleanor Monroe about her family and life in Sherman, Texas.
Date:
2017
Creator:
Monroe, Eleanor; Lincecum, Jerry Bryan & Redshaw, Peggy A.
System:
The Portal to Texas History