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Almanac, 1856.
The almanac includes general information about medicine, statistics, recipes, folk remedies, and meteorology for 1856.
Date:
1856
Creator:
Duffau, Francis T.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Scouting Expeditions of McCulloch's Texas Rangers; or, the Summer and Fall Campaign of the Army of the United States in Mexico--1846; including Skirmishes with the Mexicans, and an accurate detail of the Storming of Monterey; also the Daring Scouts at Buena Vista together with anecdotes, incidents, descriptions of country, and sketches of the lives of the celebrated partisan chiefs, Hays, McCulloch, and Walker.
A narrative recounting the experiences of Texas Rangers in Texas and the actions they were involved in. Includes lists of soldiers killed and wounded.
Date:
1859
Creator:
Reid, Samuel C., Jr.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Primary charge to the Clergy of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Texas : delivered in Christ Church, Houston, on Saturday, May 9th, 1863
Primary charge to the Clergy of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Texas : delivered in Christ Church, Houston, on Saturday, May 9th, 1863 by Bishop of the Diocese, Alexander Gregg.
Date:
1863
Creator:
Gregg, Alexander
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Journal of the Reconstruction Convention, Which Met at Austin, Texas, Dec. 7, A. D. 1868, Volume 2
Minutes of the Reconstruction Convention including text of Resolutions and Declarations made during the session. Index begins on page 539.
Date:
1870
Creator:
Texas. Constitutional Convention (1868-1869).
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Journal of the Reconstruction Convention, Which Met at Austin, Texas, June 1, A. D. 1868.
Minutes of the Reconstruction Convention including text of Resolutions and Declarations made during the session. The Reoport of the Attorney-General of Texas and other documents are included in the Appendix, starting on page 947. Index begins on page 995.
Date:
1870
Creator:
Texas. Constitutional Convention (1868-1869).
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Charter, by-laws and prospectus of the Austin Trust Co. ... : chartered May 3, 1873
The charter and bylaws of the Austin Trust Company.
Date:
1873
Creator:
Austin Trust Co.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
A Texas Scrap-Book: Made Up of the History, Biography, and Miscellany of Texas and Its People
A book about Texas history, biography, and miscellany.
Date:
1875
Creator:
Baker, D. W. C. (De Witt Clinton), 1832-1881
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Report of Construction of the Temporary State Capitol, at Austin, Texas.
This report is a compilation of the legislation and correspondence related to the building of the temporary state capitol in 1882.
Date:
1883
Creator:
State of Texas. Capitol Board.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Miss Flora McFlimsy
Poetry published by Mrs. E.C. Kent, inspired by her memories of the series on "Miss Flora McFlimsy" published in Harper's Monthly.
Date:
1885
Creator:
Kent, E.C.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Texas land titles : an essay (preliminary to the Texas review)
An essay about Texas land titles and how to correct errors.
Date:
1885
Creator:
Sneed, Sebron Graham, jr.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Souvenir of Austin, Texas
A series of views by photographer S.B. Hill.
Date:
1888
Creator:
Hill, S.B.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Constitution and by-laws of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Constitution and by-laws of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas.
Date:
1892
Creator:
Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Morrison & Fourmy's General Directory of the City of Austin, 1893-94
General directory for Austin, Texas includes address listings for businesses and individuals as well as advertisements from local businesses. According to the title page, the directory contains "the present state, county and city governments, and a complete list of all county officials, post offices and money order offices in Texas; also an index of societies, associations, churches, corporations, educational institutes, the full name and address of all residents, their occupations or pursuits, and a Complete Classified Business Directory, also A Valuable Steet and Avenue Guide." The Table of Contents starts on page 6; the Index to Advertisements is on page 8.
Date:
1893
Creator:
Morrison & Fourmy
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Prospectus of the Colorado Lake Chautauqua Association at Austin, Texas, For the Season of 1893
This prospectus outlines the ideals and intentions of the Colorado Lake Chautauqua Association to educate the people of the city and provide better public services.
Date:
1893
Creator:
Colorado Lake Chautauqua Association
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The great dam and water and light system at Austin, Texas
Update from the mayor of Austin about current constructions projects on the water system, dam and electrical utilities.
Date:
October 2, 1893
Creator:
McDonald, John
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Austin's gala season : second annual international rowing regatta to be contested May 15th, 16th, 17th & 18th, at Austin, Texas.
Flyer for the second annual rowing regatta.
Date:
1894
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Industrial Advantages of Austin, Texas, or Austin Up To Date
This book gives a brief historical overview of Austin, Texas and discusses the impact of the industries on the city, noting the major business enterprises of the time period. Index follows page 91.
Date:
1894
Creator:
Austin Board of Trade
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Texas Industrial Review, Volume 01, Number 03, October, 1895
The Texas Industrial Review is described as "A monthly publication" that is "Devoted to the General Business Interests of the Southwest" (57). This issue has articles focusing on Austin, the International Regatta, and the cotton mill.
Date:
October 1895
Creator:
Newning, Charles A.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Our religion : a discourse to the First Unitarian Society, Austin, Texas
Sermon to the First Unitarian Society in Austin from Edwin M. Wheelock, dated Oct. 8, 1899.
Date:
October 8, 1899
Creator:
Wheelock, Edwin M.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Austin, Texas, illustrated : famous capital city of the lone star state
From the title page: Austin Illustrated. A short resume of the history of the Capital of Texas, together with descriptions of its business, homes, churches, schools, climate, and general environments.
Date:
1900
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The fiftieth anniversary of the organization of the First Presbyterian Church, Austin, Texas, May 26 and 27th, 1900
A book celebrating the 50th anniversary of the First Presbyterian Church of Austin.
Date:
1900
Creator:
First Presbyterian Church
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Morrison & Fourmy's General Directory of the City of Austin, 1900-1901.
General directory for Austin, Texas includes address listings for businesses and individuals as well as advertisements from local businesses. According to the title page, the directory contains "the Present State, County and City Governments, and a Complete List of all Postoffices and Money Order Offices in Texas; Also an Index of Societies, Associations, Churches, Corporations, Educational Institutes; Full Name and Address of all Residents, Their Occupations or Pursuits, and a Complete Classified Business Directory, also a Valuable Street and Avenue Guide." Table of Contents is on page 3 and Index to Advertisements is on page 4.
Date:
1900
Creator:
Morrison & Fourmy
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Something of interest concerning Austin, the great capital of Texas
Pamphlet relating the benefits of Austin.
Date:
1900
Creator:
Warner, George P.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Difficulties of a Mexican revenue officer in Texas
This book discusses the action by the Mexican government to send a revenue officer and small contingent of soldiers into Texas during 1835 to collect taxes from the citizens and the resistance they faced. Includes some letters and notes from the author about later excerpts from newspapers.
Date:
January 1901
Creator:
Barker, Eugene C.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History