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Alleyton, Texas: Back Door to the Confederacy
This book contains the history of Alleyton, Texas, which is located in Colorado County. The book includes information about the Alley family, the founding of Alleyton, reminiscences and recollections, as well as the establishment of railroads, local businesses, schools, and churches.
Date:
1993
Creator:
Harrison, William H.
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:
1991
Creator:
O'Neal, Bill
System:
The Portal to Texas History
A Comfort Christmas
Book about the history of Christmas in Comfort, Texas and the influence of "German, English and Hispanic cultures" on Christmas celebrations (p. 3). The book includes recipes for German Sweet potato salad, deer sausage, carne guisada con mole, and buneulos, as well as bread, rice and cookies.
Date:
1996
Creator:
Bohnert, Paula & Bohnert, Hannah
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Comfort Women in Comfort History
Book about the history of notable women in Comfort, Texas. The book discusses female school teachers, journalists, religious leaders, free thinkers, artists, authors, and other women who made significant contributions to the establishment of the city of Comfort.
Date:
2008
Creator:
Stewart, Mike & Stewart, Anne
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Ernst Hermann Altgelt: Founder of Comfort, Texas
Book about Ernst Hermann Altgelt, the founder of Comfort, Texas. It includes information about Altgelt and his family, and information about the establishment of the city.
Date:
2010
Creator:
Stewart, Anne & Stewart, Mike
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Heinrich Weltner: Graphite Pencil Artist
Book about Heinrich Weltner, including a biography for Weltner, detailed information about his graphite drawings, and the genealogy of the Weltner family. The index begins on page 45.
Date:
2009
Creator:
Stappenbeck, Herb & Funke, Patricia
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Seidenstickers in Texas Since 1855
Book containing a detailed family history for the Seidensticker family, who immigrated to Comfort, Texas from Germany in 1855. This book was compiled for the 2007 Seidensticker family reunion.
Date:
2007
Creator:
Stewart, Anne
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 10
This book documents the relocation of families and individuals that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each family, a form lists information before and after the move including number of persons and rooms in each home. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the houses.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 1
This book documents the relocation of businesses that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each business, a form lists information before and after the move as well as remarks from business owners about the impact of the relocation. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the business locations.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 2
This book documents the relocation of families and individuals that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each family, a form lists information before and after the move including number of persons and rooms in each home. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the houses.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 4
This book documents the relocation of families and individuals that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each family, a form lists information before and after the move including number of persons and rooms in each home. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the houses.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 5
This book documents the relocation of businesses that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each business, a form lists information before and after the move as well as remarks from business owners about the impact of the relocation. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the business locations.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 6
This book documents the relocation of businesses that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each business, a form lists information before and after the move as well as remarks from business owners about the impact of the relocation. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the business locations.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 7
This book contains photographs of the Artes Graficas building, which was part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. The photographs show various interior and exterior parts of the building with maps on the back to show the location of the image.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 8
This book documents the relocation of families and individuals that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each family, a form lists information before and after the move including number of persons and rooms in each home. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the houses.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 9
This book documents the relocation of families and individuals that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each family, a form lists information before and after the move including number of persons and rooms in each home. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the houses.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
San Antonio Urban Renewal Project, Book 3
This book documents the relocation of families and individuals that were part of the urban renewal project in San Antonio, Texas. For each family, a form lists information before and after the move including number of persons and rooms in each home. Additionally, there are before and after photographs for most of the houses.
Date:
unknown
Creator:
San Antonio (Tex.). Community Renewal Program Division.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Amerikanische Jagd- und Reiseabenteuer: aus meinem Leben in den westlichen Indianergebieten.
This German text recounts the author's adventures traveling the western United States over a sixteen-year period. The author describes his encounters with Native Americans and the natural environment, especially the animals he hunted. The book also includes illustrations made by the author during his travels.
Date:
1858
Creator:
Armand, 1806-1889
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The cabin book: or, sketches of life in Texas
This is an English translation of the German text, which is a historical novel about the creation of the Republic of Texas. It consists of a series of sketches that depict the new Republic of Texas as a land of opportunity for immigrants.
Date:
1844
Creator:
Sealsfield, Charles, 1793-1864 & Mersch, Ch. Fr.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Das Cajütenbuch: oder nationale Charakteristiken.
This German text is a historical novel about the creation of the Republic of Texas. It consists of a series of sketches that depict the new Republic of Texas as a land of opportunity for immigrants.
Date:
1846
Creator:
Sealsfield, Charles, 1793-1864
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Die Tochter Tehuan's: oder Texas im vorigen Jahrhundert.
This German text is a work of fiction that paints a historical picture of life in Spanish Texas. The protagonist is a young Spanish immigrant, Don Hesu Navarro, who befriends Tehuan and his family. The action is centered around the San Jose Mission in San Antonio.
Date:
1866
Creator:
Hoermann, Alto S. (Alto Sebastian), 1829-1867
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Die Vereinigten Staaten von Nordamerika: mit besonderer Rücksicht auf deutsche Auswanderung dahin
This German text is a contemporary history and description of the United States of America based on the author's first hand observations, written as a guide for German emigrants. According to the bookseller's note: "This book contains information about German travelers in the state of Texas. It includes discussions on the physical aspects of the land, natural products, Indians, the West, social life and customs throughout the state, as well as information about education, schools, and other stories."
Date:
1853
Creator:
Menzel, Gottfried, 1798-
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Die Auswanderer nach Texas. [Part 3]
This German text is the third of a three-part historical novel about German emigration to Texas. Through the novel's fictional characters, the author portrays a romantic version of German emigration to the United States, particularly Texas. Set in the mid- to late-1830s, the novel discusses the history of Texas from Spanish rule up to its time as an independent republic.
Date:
1841
Creator:
Belani, H. E. R.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Die Auswanderer nach Texas. [Part 1]
This German text is the first of a three-part historical novel about German emigration to Texas. Through the novel's fictional characters, the author portrays a romantic version of German emigration to the United States, particularly Texas. Set in the mid- to late-1830s, the novel discusses the history of Texas from Spanish rule up to its time as an independent republic.
Date:
1841
Creator:
Belani, H. E. R.
System:
The Portal to Texas History