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[Postcard of Tarrant County Court House in Ft. Worth]
Postcard of a grand stone court house with a clock tower on the rooftop, described as "Tarrant County Court House, Ft. Worth, Texas." On the back, the letter reads, "I certainly hope you will not be gone when I return, for I surely want to see you again before you leave. Am having a great time, being at home and etc. I expect to return about Friday. Eve N. Elm." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFadin 1906 McFadin Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date:
September 10, 1911
Creator:
Eve N. Elm
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Stray Tom Cat]
Postcard of a drawing of two cats on a roof at night, one descending and the other salivating with the message "Cheer up! We all have our little troubles!" near his head. The letter on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFadden 1906 McFadden Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
August 30, 1910
Creator:
F. A. Mobb
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of an Ox-Drawn Wagon]
Postcard of an ox drawing a wagon where four men are riding inside, on a cobblestone road with telephone poles and houses in the background. Below the picture, "The Overland "Oxpress" " is typed with blue ink.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
F. L. Howe
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Angels Ringing Bells]
Postcard of two winged children pulling on strings that ring two large bells surrounded by mistletoe. The message below them reads, "Ring out the old, Ring in the new, A happy New Year May sweetest pleasures your heart delight. To render all your New Year bright." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie L. McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
December 30, 1913
Creator:
Frank Ackree
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Good Neighbor Liner 3]
Postcard of a large commercial ship sailing past a smaller sailboat with a third commercial ship in the background, all sailing on the blue sea. On the back, a description of the commercial ship reads : "The Good Neighbor liners Brazil, Uruguay an Argentina, operated by Moore-McCormack Lines, sail on a fortnightly schedule from New York to the East Coast of South America. They are the largest ships (33,000 tons) operating regularly in this trade. Each ship accommodates 500 passengers."
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Fred J. Hoertz
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Good Neighbor Liner 4]
Postcard of a large commercial ship sailing past a smaller sailboat with a third commercial ship in the background, all sailing on the blue sea. On the back, a description of the commercial ship reads : "The Good Neighbor liners Brazil, Uruguay an Argentina, operated by Moore-McCormack Lines, sail on a fortnightly schedule from New York to the East Coast of South America. They are the largest ships (33,000 tons) operating regularly in this trade. Each ship accommodates 500 passengers."
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Fred J. Hoertz
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Alamo Entrance]
Postcard of the stone carved Alamo's face, with red flowers blooming from a large bush on the left side. The back of the postcard adds, "The Alamo. The sacred Alamo stands within the very heart of the business district of the city of San Antonio. It was erected in 1718 by the Franciscan Monks and was originally the Chapel of the Mission of San Antonio de Balera. It was within the gray stone walls of the quaint old Chapel, March 6, 1836, that Travis, Bonham, Bowie, Crockett, and 182 unsung heroes gave their lives in the defense of Texas liberty."
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Gene Aiken
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Alamo Entrance 2]
Postcard of the stone carved Alamo's face, with red flowers blooming from a large bush on the left side. The back of the postcard adds, "The Alamo. The sacred Alamo stands within the very heart of the business district of the city of San Antonio. It was erected in 1718 by the Franciscan Monks and was originally the Chapel of the Mission of San Antonio de Balera. It was within the gray stone walls of the quaint old Chapel, March 6, 1836, that Travis, Bonham, Bowie, Crockett, and 182 unsung heroes gave their lives in the defense of Texas liberty."
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Gene Aiken
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Portrait of William Perry Herring McFaddin]
Portrait of William Perry Herring McFaddin, a man with a mustache and wearing a suit and tie, with a medal and ribbon pinned to his lapel.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Guy and Cooke
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Portrait of William Perry Herring McFaddin]
Portrait of William Perry Herring McFaddin with a thick mustache, wearing a suit with a medal and ribbon pinned to the lapel.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Guy and Cooke
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Two Valentine's Day Angels and Three Doves]
The image in front of the postcard shows and angel on the right side shooting of a cannon. Three white doves with heart pendants are coming out of the cannon. The cannon wheels are covered in flowers. In front of the cannon and below the flying doves is an angel that has fallen backwards. On the lower right corner is printed the following: "To My Valentine." On the back of the postcard is illegible handwritten text.
Date:
1907
Creator:
International Art Publishing Co.
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of the Armory in Louisville Kentucky]
The image in front of the postcard shows the three story Armory building in the background. The postcard shows twos ides of the building receding. In the foreground there is an empty street. Around the image there is illegible handwritten text. On the lower left corner is printed the following: "The Armory, Louisville, Ky." On the back of the postcard is handwritten text. Credit is given to J. Murray Jordan: Publisher.
Date:
1907
Creator:
J. Murray Jordan
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of the Jockey Club in Louisville]
The image in front of the postcard shows the Jockey Club, in Churchill Downs, in the background from a diagonal point of view. On the lower left corner is printed the following: "Jockey Club, Louisville, Ky." On the bottom of the post card there is illegible handwritten text addressed to "Mama and Papa." On the back of the postcard credit is given to J. Murray Jordan: Publisher.
Date:
1907
Creator:
J. Murray Jordan
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Cow at McFaddin's Ranch]
Postcard of a black cow tied to a post, surrounded by a wood plank fence. Beneath the photograph reads " "Calalo" - McFaddin's ranch - 3-22-11 J.D.M.
Date:
March 22, 1911
Creator:
J.M. Alileleell Guero
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Western Hills Hotel Swimming Pool]
Postcard of a busy swimming pool and people resting in the shade of colorful sun umbrellas. The back of the postcard adds, "Swimming Pool and Cabanas Western Hills Hotel Fort Worth, Texas This fabulous resort hotel is located at the western entrance to Fort Worth on Highways 80 and 180. Overlooking this beautiful, tropical scene is the terraced dining room of one of the West's most hospitable stop-overs for travelers, vacationers and business men."
Date:
unknown
Creator:
John A. Stryker
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Two Children Looking at Eggs and Chicks]
Postcard of two children. The young boy is standing on a ladder, looking at a nest of eggs sitting on the window sill. The young girl is looking at baby chicks on the ground. Beneath the picture, "Best Easter Wishes" is typed inside the decorative green frame.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
John Winsch
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Governor's Mansion in Austin, Texas]
Postcard of a two story building with large marble columns supporting the overlapping roof. The balcony on the second floor is fenced with a different pattern than the one that fences in the porch. "Governor's Mansion" is written at the bottom edge of the postcard, describing the scene.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Jordan
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of State Insane Asylum]
Postcard of a large white three-story estate. The bottom edge places the building as "State Insane Asylum."
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Jordan Photography
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of a Cherub Waiting to Ring Bells]
Postcard of a winged child wearing a Santa Claus costume looking at a pocket watch while holding a rope attached to two bells. The message on the front reads, "Good Luck be yours in the New Year." The message on the back reads, "With love and all good wishes for 1916 Mamie! Julia Borden." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
December 30, 1915
Creator:
Julia Borden
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Santa Claus With Bell]
Postcard of Santa Claus holding a golden bell with two sacks of toys at his feet, walking towards a black stocking. The words on the postcard read, "May you lack naught to make yours a most happy Xmas." The message on the back reads, "Wishing you a very Merry Xmas Julia Borden." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
December 21, 1913
Creator:
Julia Borden
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Lover's Leap in Waco]
Postcard of a river cutting through lush green brush from a high vantage point. The scene is described as "View from Lovers' Leap. Waco, Texas." The letter on the back reads, "Hello Mammie: How are you? We are having some joy. This is a fine little town. Sure do miss you and we may see more Tx. Louis + Smith Anne." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mammie McFadden 1906 McFadden Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date:
August 25, 1910
Creator:
Louis and Smith Anna
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Statler Hotel and Mercantile National Bank Building]
Postcard of the Dallas skyline, including the Statler Hotel and Mercantile National Bank Building. The back of the postcard adds, "Dallas, Texas showing the new Statler Hotel and the Mercantile National Bank Building with its famous high neon tower."
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Martin News Agency
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Guide to the McFaddin-Ward House Manuscript Collection
Book containing an inventory list of various collected papers at McFaddin-Ward Museum. Each entry is given a description of the items, a full inventory, and separation sheets.
Date:
1996
Creator:
McFaddin-Ward House Museum. Collections Department.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of York Minister]
Postcard of a large Gothic building with smaller brick homes in the foreground. Below the picture, "York Minister from S. E." is typed in the lower left corner.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
Photochrom Company, Ltd.
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History