The City of Houston from Wilderness to Wonder (open access)

The City of Houston from Wilderness to Wonder

This book gives an overview of the history of the City of Houston, Texas, covering "The Beginning of Houston and Houston Up to the Civil War."
Date: 1936
Creator: Allen, O.F.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Comprehensive History of Texas 1685 to 1897, Volume 2 (open access)

A Comprehensive History of Texas 1685 to 1897, Volume 2

Second volume containing a comprehensive history of Texas; this volume has parts three through six, containing a series of essays on various aspects Texas history. Index starts on page 841.
Date: 1898
Creator: Wooten, Dudley G.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The National Cooperative Soil Survey of the United States (open access)

The National Cooperative Soil Survey of the United States

Document describes the origins and history of the Soil Survey with an emphasis on the time periods of 1899-1912, 1912-1920, 1920-1933, and 1933-1952. "For each of the four chronological periods, a brief introductory chapter describes the general political and administrative environment then prevailing, and a summary of the progress of the Soil Survey achieved under such an environment." (p. 36) Also provides information on early soil sampling, typing, mapping, and interpretation. Also tells about the coordination of the National Cooperative Soil Survey and developments in the National Cooperative Soil Survey from 1952-1957.
Date: October 1998
Creator: Gardner, David Rice
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Called to Serve: the Tri-County Chapter of the American Red Cross (open access)

Called to Serve: the Tri-County Chapter of the American Red Cross

This book features the history of the Tri-County Chapter of the American Red Cross, which was chartered in Hereford in 1917, one month after the start of WWI. The history includes year by year summaries, as well as lists of officers and board of directors, correspondence, and financial reports.
Date: 2002
Creator: Miller, Genevieve O.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Booming Mexia in the Roaring 20's (open access)

Booming Mexia in the Roaring 20's

Compilation of articles published during 1955 in The Waco-Times Herald, written by Nanine Simmons about the history of Mexia, Texas and focusing on the oil boom in the 1920s. The author includes a preface regarding the sources of her information and editorial notes for some of the articles to provide more context.
Date: March 1955
Creator: Simmons, Nanine
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
A History Of Dickens County: Ranches and Rolling Plains (open access)

A History Of Dickens County: Ranches and Rolling Plains

This book discusses the history of Dickens County, Texas. The Table of Contents breaks the book into eight portions: The Beginnings, Education, Churches, Businesses, Ranches, Farming, Miscellaneous, Family Histories. An index to family histories is on the pages after the table of contents and before the first section.
Date: 1971
Creator: Arrington, Fred
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Governors' Messages: Coke to Ross (Inclusive), 1874-1891 (open access)

Governors' Messages: Coke to Ross (Inclusive), 1874-1891

This book contains a compilation of various speeches (including inaugural addresses) and other messages (including reports and veto statements) written by governors of Texas between 1874 and 1891. Additionally, brief biographies are included for each of the governors (Richard Coke, O. M. Roberts, John Ireland, and Lawrence Sullivan Ross) with the exception of R. B. Hubbard. Index starts on page 783.
Date: 1916
Creator: Texas State Library. Archive & History Dept.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Panhandle and Llano Estacado of Texas (open access)

The Panhandle and Llano Estacado of Texas

This bulletin contains a study and survey of the natural resources, livestock and agriculture of the Panhandle and Llano Estacado regions of Texas.
Date: 1910
Creator: Mally, Frederick W.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of Mineola, Texas; "Gateway to the Pines" (open access)

History of Mineola, Texas; "Gateway to the Pines"

This book covers the history of Mineola, located in Wood County, Texas. The book includes chapters on the original inhabitants of the city, as well as discussions about local churches, schools, business establishments, landmarks, and railroads.
Date: 1973
Creator: Jones, Lucille
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of Negro Soldiers in the Spanish-American War, and Other Items of Interest. (open access)

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: 1899
Creator: Johnson, Edward A. (Edward Austin), 1860-1944
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Indian Tribes of the Lower Mississippi Valley and Adjacent Coast of the Gulf of Mexico (open access)

Indian Tribes of the Lower Mississippi Valley and Adjacent Coast of the Gulf of Mexico

Book describing various tribes of the lower Mississippi Valley and adjacent coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Includes information on: the tribes' locations; dress and ornaments; tattooing; arts and industries; economic life; medicine; birth, education, and the division of labor; games; etiquette; marriage; social organization; feasts; war; funeral ceremonies; religions; and origin of the tribe.
Date: 1911
Creator: Swanton, John Reed
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Early History of Hopkins County, Texas: Biographical Sketches and Incidents of the Early Settled Families (open access)

Early History of Hopkins County, Texas: Biographical Sketches and Incidents of the Early Settled Families

This book contains information about Hopkins County, including Directories for Sulphur Springs and Nelta, chapters about important places and events in the history of the county, biographical sketches of individuals and families who settled the county, and a list of county officials.
Date: 1902
Creator: Fleming, E. B.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Randall County Story from 1541 to 1910 (open access)

The Randall County Story from 1541 to 1910

This book discusses the history of Randall County including the geography of the area, stories from people living in the county, community businesses and religious institutions. The book is divided into four sections by date; an index of pioneers starts on page 359.
Date: 1969
Creator: Warwick, Mrs. Clyde W.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
A History of Lipscomb County (open access)

A History of Lipscomb County

A book covering the history of Lipscomb County, Texas.
Date: unknown
Creator: Lipscomb County Historical Survey Committee
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Statistics and Information Concerning the State of Texas (open access)

Statistics and Information Concerning the State of Texas

This book covers statistical information for the state of Texas. It includes "great inducements for the investment of capital, health for the invalid, interesting sights and scenes for the tourist and pleasure seeker, broad fields of research for the historian, unsurpassed hunting grounds for the sportsman, and other resources waiting to be unlocked by the key of capital in the hands of labor and industry" (title page).
Date: 1890
Creator: Missouri Pacific Railway Company
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Some History of Van Zandt County, Volume 1 (open access)

Some History of Van Zandt County, Volume 1

This book gives an overview of the history of Van Zandt County starting with a discussion of the Louisiana Purchase and the early history of the area before the county was formed. The history includes excerpts from autobiographies, newspaper articles, government addresses and reports, as well as other sources to illustrate major historical events in the Van Zandt county. Index starts on page 215.
Date: 1919
Creator: Manning, Wentworth
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Ghost Towns of Texas (open access)

Ghost Towns of Texas

This book gives an overview of ghost towns in the state of Texas. Many of the towns are described with extended histories while others are simply noted with a statement of their locations. The book is split into four parts, according to the table of contents: Part I -- Utopia (La Reunion, Kristenstad, Bettina, Sisterdale, Panna Maria); Part II -- Religious Havens (Zodiac, Burning Bush, Kelsey, Marietta, Fairchilds); Part III -- Industrial Meccas (Thurber, Minera, Trinity City, Salado, Gibtown, Geraldine, Kellyville, New Birmingham, Albuquerque, Shafter, Tenoxtitlan, Clarksville, Aiken, Charcoal City, San Luis Pass, Bevilport, Senterfitt, Old Larissa, Nashville, Childers' Mill, Shanklin Mill, McGough Springs, Texana, Boonville, Springfield, Cincinnati, Pulaski, Tarrant, Buckner, Dresden Settlement, Chambers' Creek, Viesca); and Part IV -- Also-Rans (Other Ghosts). Bibliography starts on page 127; index starts on page 133.
Date: 1953
Creator: King, Dick
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Tyler & Smith County, Texas: An Historical Survey (open access)

Tyler & Smith County, Texas: An Historical Survey

This book gives an overview of the history of Tyler, Texas and Smith County through a series of essays written by community members on various social and historical topics. A List of Illustrations is on page viii and the Table of Contents is on page ix; the index starts on page 279.
Date: 1976
Creator: Glover, Robert W.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Mineola: the first 100 years (open access)

Mineola: the first 100 years

This book documents the history of the first one hundred years of the city of Mineola, Texas, which is located in Wood County. The book includes information about the creation and organization of the city, the establishment of railroads, local businesses, churches and schools, as well as information about the local citizens of Mineola.
Date: 1973
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Life and Adventures Of "Billy" Dixon, of Adobe Walls, Texas Panhandle (open access)

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: 1914
Creator: Dixon, Billy
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Forgotten Colony: San Patricio de Hibernia: The History, the People and the Legends of the Irish Colony of McMullen-McGloin (open access)

The Forgotten Colony: San Patricio de Hibernia: The History, the People and the Legends of the Irish Colony of McMullen-McGloin

This book discusses the history of the McMullen-McGloin Colony in San Patricio County, Texas. According to the table of contents (which starts on page ix), the book is divided into three major sections: Part I includes biographical sketches of original settlers, Part II includes an overview of the history of the settlement itself, and Part III includes stories and songs from the oral tradition.
Date: 1981
Creator: Hébert, Rachel Bluntzer
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
Two great southerners: Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee (open access)

Two great southerners: Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee

Biography of Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee.
Date: 1912
Creator: Whitehead, A. C. (Albert Carlton), 1875-
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The First Century of Scottish Rite Masonry in Texas, 1867-1967 (open access)

The First Century of Scottish Rite Masonry in Texas, 1867-1967

This book provides an overview of the Scottish Rite organization and history in Texas, including background and introductory information, with descriptions of the Scottish Rite Bodies in Galveston, Austin, El Paso, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Waco. Sections also discuss the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Crippled Children, the Scottish Rite dormitory at the University of Texas, the Scottish Rite Foundation of Texas, Inc., and the Sovereign Grand Inspectors General for Texas, as well as recorded membership. Index starts on page 477.
Date: 1967
Creator: Carter, James David
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
A History of Smith County, Texas (open access)

A History of Smith County, Texas

This thesis gives an overview of the history of Smith County, Texas. The chapters, according to the Table of Contents: Topography and Earliest Indian Life; The Cherokees; The Expulsion of the Cherokees; The Exploration and Beginnings of Smith County; Frontier Smith County, 1846-1851; The Ante-Bellum Period, 1860-1874; The Railroads and Their Influences, 1870-1900; Post Civil War Politics and Society, 1870-1900; and The Major Industrial Period.
Date: May 1944
Creator: Ward, William R.
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History