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[Nomai Family Video No. 7 - Denton County 170th Anniversary Celebration]
This home movie documents the Denton County 170th Anniversary Celebration in Denton, Texas. The movie begins with footage of a historic fire truck and Laura Treat eating breakfast on the courthouse lawn. Event chairperson Georgiana McCoig, in period costume, welcomes attendees. Precinct 3 County Commissioner Bobbie J. Mitchell leads a prayer followed by speeches by County Judge Mary Horn and Mayor Chris Watts and Shaun Treat in the role of John B. Denton. Rose Taylor of Texas Woman's University (TWU) sings the spiritual "Steal Away." A historical marker is unveiled for Edna W. Trigg, Denton County school children sing "Happy Birthday" to Denton County, and McCoig, Mitchell, and Horn cut birthday cake on the courthouse lawn.
Date:
April 16, 2016
Creator:
Nomai, Afsheen
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Women's History Month: An Oral History of Denton]
This movie documents "An Oral History of Denton," an event organized by the Denton County League of Women Voters for Women's History Month and hosted by Texas Woman's University. Panelists answer a series of questions about their early life and first impressions of Denton; segregation in Denton's schools and businesses and the impact of the Brown v. Board of Education decision on Denton County schools; the role of the University of North Texas faculty, Trinity Presbyterian Church, First Methodist Church, Mt. Pilgrim in Southeast Denton, and St. Paul's Lutheran Church on the formation of the Denton Women's Interracial Fellowship; experiences of gender discrimination; their experiences of joining the League of Women Voters; their first voting experience; their political or feminist inspirations; the possibility of a woman President of the United States; the value and purpose of International Women's Day; discrimination in present-day life in Denton County; and the panelists' thoughts on the future for women and minorities in the U.S. It concludes with an audience question-and-answer session including topics such as continued racial division and re-segregation in Denton, celebrations of International Women's Day, the impact of actions of Texas female politicians such as Ann Richards and Wendy Davis, societal expectations …
Date:
March 24, 2016
Creator:
Crawford, Aaron; Wood, Naomi; Bynum, Katherine; Adkins, Dorothy; McAdams, Linnie & Hughes, Elinor
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Nomai Family Video No. 6 - A Trip to the Panhandle]
This home movie documents Afsheen Nomai and Laura Treat’s road trip from Denton, Texas to the Panhandle region in March 2016 with stops in Decatur (00:07-01:14), Bridgeport (01:14-01:52), Jacksboro (01:52-03:01), Throckmorton (03:01-03:50), Haskell (03:50-04:34), Rule (04:34-05:28), Aspermont (05:28-05:41), Jayton (05:41-05:57), Post (05:57-06:44), Lubbock (06:44-07:43), Plainview (07:43-09:52), Happy (09:52-11:07), Canyon (11:07-11:44), Palo Duro Canyon State Park (11:57-12:28), Amarillo (12:28-13:47), Groom (13:47-14:06), McLean (14:06-16:08), Shamrock (16:08-16:55), Wellington (16:55-17:20), Childress (17:20-18:06), Quanah (18:06-18:22), Vernon (18:22-18:57), Electra (18:57-19:38). The film begins with Nomai and Treat driving into downtown Decatur, with footage of the courthouses square including the Wise County Courthouse and First National Bank. They next stop in downtown Bridgeport where footage includes a Dr. Pepper mural, a mural depicting a Butterfield stagecoach, and a banner announcing a downtown revitalization project. They then drive to Jacksboro where they drive past the Jack County Courthouse and stop at the Jack County Museum. Footage includes artifacts from the 4-H Clubs of Jack County. On their way out of Jacksboro, they stop to see a historical reenactment at Fort Richardson. They then drive into downtown Throckmorton where footage includes the Throckmorton County Courthouse. While driving into Haskell, they observe a large steel longhorn sculpture on the side …
Date:
2016-03-12/2016-03-14
Creator:
Nomai, Afsheen & Treat, Laura
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Nomai Family Video No. 4 - The 2015 State Fair of Texas]
This home movie documents Afsheen Nomai and Laura Treat's trip to the 2015 State Fair of Texas at Fair Park in Dallas, Texas. The movie begins with Nomai and Treat entering the fairgrounds behind the midway and continues with a visit to exhibit halls and livestock competitions. Footage includes chickens at the poultry show, the 2015 (ETBA) East Texas Beekeepers Association Honey Queen, The Original World Famous Redwood Log House, dancers performing in front of the Hall of State, Big Tex, a butter sculpture, a live musical performance by the Light Crust Doughboys on the Dr. Pepper stage, a horseback riding or equestrian performance, a music history exhibit, dancers clogging in front of the Hall of State, and the interior of The Cotton Bowl. The movie concludes with a walk through the Midway and the fairgrounds and shots of the Dallas skyline from the Texas Star Ferris Wheel.
Date:
October 17, 2015
Creator:
Nomai, Afsheen & Treat, Laura
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Nomai Family Video No. 5 - A Trip to Big Bend National Park]
This home movie documents Afsheen Nomai and Laura Treat's trip to Big Bend National Park, Terlingua, and Marfa, Texas. The movie begins with footage shot from a moving car as they arrive in Alpine, Texas followed by footage of Sul Ross State University and the Maverick Inn. The trip continues and they drive through Big Bend National Park, stopping to camp in the Chisos Basin. Footage includes setting up camp, building a fire, and grilling steak. Nomai and Treat explore the park with stops at the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Trail, Boquillas Canyon, Sotol Vista, Santa Elena Canyon, and Old Maverick Road. They then arrive in Terlingua Ghosttown and explore the town including an abandoned building and cemetery. They then drive through Fort Davis and back to Marfa where footage includes the Hotel Paisano, the Marfa Presidio County Museum, a Donald Judd building, and the Palace Theater (Theatre).
Date:
2015-10-13/2015-10-29
Creator:
Nomai, Afsheen & Treat, Laura
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Nomai Family Video No. 3 - Fort Worth and Arlington, Texas]
This home movie documents Afsheen Nomai and Laura Treat's trip to Fort Worth and Arlington, Texas. The movie begins with Treat walking through an exhibit at The Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth. They then drive through Fort Worth, stopping at Sundance Square and the AMC Palace Theater. Leaving Fort Worth, they pass the vacant Texas & Pacific Warehouse. They then watch a Texas Rangers baseball game at Globe Life Park in Arlington.
Date:
August 1, 2015
Creator:
Nomai, Afsheen & Treat, Laura
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Nomai Family Video No. 2 - Fourth of July in Denton, Texas]
This home movie documents Afsheen Nomai and Laura Treat celebrating the Fourth of July in Denton, Texas. The movie begins with the Yankee Doodle Parade around the Courthouse Square. Local businesses seen as the crowd gathers include the Abbey Inn, More Fun Comics and Games, Atomic Candy, Chestnut Tree, Recycled Books and Records (Opera House), Andy's Bar, the Downtown Mini Mall, Well's Fargo bank, and McNeill's Appliances. Parade participants include Texas Isshinryu Karate Kai, Denton Institute of Phrenology Half-Fast Marching Band, Frack Free Denton, Denton Fire Department, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 920, Denton Future Farmers of America (FFA), Beth Marie's Old Fashioned Ice Cream, Girl Scouts, Cartwright's Ranch House, North Texas Youth Football Association (NTYFA), DC Raiders, and the Cross Timbers Community Church. Following the parade, Treat and Nomai attend a community and family event at the Quakertown Park and Denton Civic Center and watch a live musical performance on the courthouse lawn. The movie ends with fireworks at Apogee Stadium.
Date:
July 4, 2015
Creator:
Nomai, Afsheen & Treat, Laura
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Nomai Family Video No. 1 - The 2014 State Fair of Texas]
This home movie documents Afsheen Nomai and Laura Treat's trip to the 2014 State Fair of Texas at Fair Park in Dallas. The footage begins with a close up of Big Tex and includes footage of Laura buying a Fletcher's Corny Dog, a performance by Rockin' Rick, sales demonstrations of knives and vacuums in an exhibit hall, the World on a String puppet show, Hendrick's Racing Pigs, and Big Tex speaking. Treat and Nomai watch a parade including floats featuring Ronald McDonald, the Fletcher's Corny Dog mascot, and a 1931 Greyhound bus. The movie concludes with a walk through the Midway and views of the fairgrounds shot from the Texas Star Ferris Wheel.
Date:
October 4, 2014
Creator:
Nomai, Afsheen & Treat, Laura
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The McNeill Family Videos, No. 1 - News Coverage of Virginia McNeill's College Graduation]
This home video compilation documents Virginia McNeill's graduation from the University of North Texas after returning to study at age 71. The footage is from WFAA Channel 8 and Fox News 4 and includes footage McNeill on campus and in her business, McNeill's Appliances, and the commencement ceremony.
Date:
2005
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The Ranchman's Ponder Steakhouse Home Video, No. 3 - Famous Beef Spot]
This short video is a commercial spot for Ranchman's The Ponder Steakhouse which aired on Comcast Channel 11.
Date:
June 17, 2003
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The Ranchman's Ponder Steakhouse Home Video, No. 4 - Behind the Scenes Footage]
This home movie documents a live musical performance by an unidentified musical group, possibly the George Merritt band, in front of an unidentified county courthouse. This performance was also shot professionally for the Food Network's visit to the Ranchman's Cafe.
Date:
April 12, 2003
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The Ranchman's Ponder Steakhouse Home Video, No. 5 - Pauline Ross' Computer Assignment]
This home movie excerpt documents Pauline Ross demonstrating a computer assignment in a school classroom.
Date:
April 2003
Creator:
Ross
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Pangburn Family Videos, No. 31 - Travis' Birthday Party]
This home movie excerpt documents Travis' birthday celebrated at a bowling alley and Travis playing keyboard at home.
Date:
February 2003
Creator:
Pangburn
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Pangburn Family Videos, No. 28 - Christmas Holiday 2002]
This home movie excerpt documents the Pangburn family's preparations for the Christmas holiday including footage of the Christmas lights decorating homes in their neighborhood and their own decorated home.
Date:
December 2002
Creator:
Pangburn
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Pangburn Family Videos, No. 27 - Halloween 2002]
This home movie excerpt documents Halloween at the Pangurn family home in Lufkin, Texas. Footage includes Charlotte and Travis making cookies, Halloween decorations, trick-or-treating, Brittany handing out candy in a witch costume, Charlotte and their neighbor Bonnie, Travis with friends Tommy, Joseph, and Travis in costume, Eric Sr. posing in the uniform of his new company Gold Star Angel Flight, the family playing a card game, and Travis dancing with their dog Oreo.
Date:
October 31, 2002
Creator:
Pangburn
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The Art Greenhaw Collection, No. 9 - Art Greenhaw and Trini Lopez]
This home video documents a recording session with musicians Art Greenhaw and Trini Lopez.
Date:
2002-05/2002-06
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The Art Greenhaw Collection, No. 8 - Tom Brumley overdubbing]
This video documents a recording session with steel guitarist Tom Brumley.
Date:
March 21, 2002
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Lally Family Videos, No. 26 - Christmas 2001]
This home movie excerpt documents Lauren Lindsey playing with a new toy car and thanking her grandparents Lally for her Christmas presents.
Date:
December 25, 2001
Creator:
Lally
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Lally Family Videos, No. 25 - At Home with Lauren Lindsey]
This home movie excerpt documents Lauren Lindsey's activities at home as recorded by her mother.
Date:
December 10, 2001
Creator:
Lally
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[The Ranchman's Ponder Steakhouse Home Video, No. 2 - 2001 Scottish Banner Reunion]
This home movie documents the 2001 Scottish Banner Reunion held at the Ranchman's Ponder Steakhouse and includes musical performances and dancing.
Date:
November 23, 2001
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Lally Family Videos, No. 19 - Lauren's Third Birthday Party]
This home movie excerpt documents Lauren Lindsey's third birthday party. The camera follows Lauren through the house documenting her interactions with the various family members attending the party. Footage also includes Lauren blowing out her birthday candles, opening presents, and eating birthday cake. There is a close up of the family computer with a screensaver that reads "Happy birthday Lauren." A clown entertains the children with face painting.
Date:
November 17, 2001
Creator:
Lally
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Pangburn Family Videos, No. 33 - Travis Wears a Dress]
This home movie documents Travis Pangburn wearing an evening gown.
Date:
October 27, 2001
Creator:
Pangburn
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Lally Family Videos, No. 24 - A Family trip to the Amusement Park]
This home movie excerpt documents a family trip to King's Island amusement park and a rainbow seen from the car window.
Date:
October 14, 2001
Creator:
Lally
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Lally Family Videos, No. 30 - Lauren Plays in Leaves]
This home movie excerpt documents Lauren playing with her cousin in a pile of autumn leaves.
Date:
October 8, 2001
Creator:
Lally
System:
The Portal to Texas History