The problem in this study is two-fold: (1) to determine the effects of a democratic curriculum upon the educational growth of first-grade children; and (2) to show that, through living the democratic life, the first-grade children developed behavior patterns that fitted them to live more wholesome lives.

The label on the photograph reads both "Possum Kingdom Dam" and "Inspiration Point". A. F. and Patsy Weaver are shown enjoying the view from Inspiration Point. A.F. Weaver himself took the photograph, using a tripod and camera timer,in the same vicinity where he had proposed to Patsy Weaver years before this photograph was taken. In the early part of the twentieth century,the internationally known evangelist, Billy Sunday, visited Mineral Wells. He was told about an outstanding view from a vantage point south of town. On seeing the vista for himself,the Rev. Sunday remarked it was truly an inspirational view. Since that time the viewpoint has been known as "Inspiration Point". This vista is seven miles south of Mineral Wells off US Highway 281, and approximately 40 miles below the Morris Sheppard Dam at Possum Kingdom Lake. It has been called one of the most beautiful scenic views in Texas. This picture has possibly been used in the course of the advertising of interesting things to see and do around Mineral Wells, which might explain the label attached to the photograph. Similarly captivating is a view from "Observation Point" the Dam at Possum Kingdom Lake. The two vistas, some 20 to …

Photograph of a street intersection in Mineral Wells, Texas. A single traffic light hangs over the intersection, and vehicles can be seen behind and in front. Cars and power lines are located on the street alongside businesses in the background.

Photograph of the Hexagon Hotel in Mineral Wells, Texas. The hotel is situated beside a road next to a smaller buildings. It has four stories, multiple porches, and multiple gables with windows.

Photograph of the Hexagon Hotel in Mineral Wells, Texas. The hotel is situated beside a road next to a smaller buildings. It has four stories, multiple porches, and multiple gables with windows.

A photograph of a collage in a Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce advertisement includes a postcard that pictures points of interest in and about the city. Pictured are: An aerial view of Camp Wolters, the Recreation Center showing a theater, gymnasium, and PX, with an inset of the base hospital; Possum Kingdom Dam and part of the eponymous lake; a local beauty queen; an aerial view of downtown Mineral Wells, Texas; Lake Mineral Wells (with the island that was inundated when the dam was subsequently raised); a view from Inspiration Point south of the city; and the Baker Hotel. The text publicizes the various assets and tourist attractions to be found in and around the "City Built on Water." One photograph in the collage is upside-down.

Script from the WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about a salesmen party held at the Seybold Ranch in Palo Pinto County.

Script from the WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about the reopening of an Army camp in Mineral Wells.

Newspaper clipping of an article about a party at the Baker Hotel in Mineral Wells, honoring nine Texan women.

Newspaper clipping of an article about the second annual "Party of the Year" honoring ten women: Dr. May Owen, Mrs. John M. Hanna, Mrs. V. Y. Rejebian, Mrs. Rupert Harkrider, Mrs. J. Howard Hodge, Mrs. Edith McKanna, Mrs. J. H. Moore, Mrs. Allan Shivers, and Mrs. Oveta Culp Hobby. The article includes details of the event. The article includes photos of Dr. May Owen, Mrs. John M. Hanna, Mrs. Rupert Harkrider, and Mrs. J Howard Hodge.

Letter from Daniel Webster Kempner to Isaac Herbert Kempner handing a copy of the letter from Inge he received. And hopes that he's nicely located and will enjoy the rest and recreation.

Letter from A. H. Blackshear, Jr. to I. H. Kempner discussing a copy of a telegram received from Oklahoma about property in Haskell County and a letter from Crown Central Petroleum Corporation regarding the same property. He also mentions his upset over Pete's death and a personal letter from O. R. Seagraves.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to D. W. Kempner requesting a response to a land trade in Cameron county.

Letter from I. H. Kempner to Mr. G. G. Moore discussing and sending condolences for the death of Moore's wife, Alvina.

Script from the WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about a group of motorcycle riders competing to climb loose-gravel hills on their bikes near Mineral Wells.

Video footage from the WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about the 835th Aviation Engineer Battalion arriving by train at Wolters Air Force Base near Mineral Wells.

Script from the WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about the 835th Aviation Engineer Battalion arriving by train at Wolters Air Force Base near Mineral Wells.

A weekly newspaper from Palo Pinto, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.

A weekly newspaper from Palo Pinto, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.

Video footage fromthe WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about the creation of Wolters Air Force Base in Mineral Wells.

Script from the WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about the creation of Wolters Air Force Base in Mineral Wells.

Video footage from the WBAP-TV television station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about a free vacation promotion offered to young working women by the Baker Hotel and Pioneer Airlines.

Script from the WBAP-TV station in Fort Worth, Texas, covering a news story about a free vacation promotion offered to young working women by the Baker Hotel and Pioneer Airlines.

Video footage from the WBAP-TV television station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about a new business enterprise offering improved television reception to residents of Mineral Wells.