Photograph of a memorial for Ann Whitney. It says, "In Memory of Ann Whitney. Born in Massachusetts about 1835, massacred by Comanche Indians, July 9, 1867 while protecting her pupils. Miss Whitney's grave is located 5 blocks north in the Graves-Gentry Cemetery. School was located 7 miles northeast of Hamilton on the Juan de la Garza Survey. Sponsored by Hamilton Kiwanis Club, 1858. Donated by Riley-Gardner Memorial Service Co.

Photograph of the Fulton Firearms shop in Hamilton. There are many cars parked in front of the store, and a street light in front of the right window.

Photograph of the Hamilton County Courthouse. It was constructed in 1886, by architects Mason, Martin, Byrnes and Johnston. A 1931 remodel removed the clock tower and Second Empire style mansard roof.

Photograph of the windows at the Hamilton County Courthouse. It was constructed in 1886, by architects Mason, Martin, Byrnes and Johnston. A 1931 remodel removed the clock tower and Second Empire style mansard roof.

Photograph of a historic plaque in Hamilton, Texas. It reads: "Elise Waerenskjold, (Home 3 blocks W; Grave 6 Blocks NW). Influential early promoter of Norwegian Emigration to Texas: Born Elise Tvede in 1815. In 1846, after John Reiersen migrated to Texas to found the first Norwegian settlement in the state, she became editor of his periodical "Norway and Texas". Through her articles, many were inspired to move here. In 1847 she, too, moved to Texas, and resided in both Van Zandt County and Hamilton County. She married Wilhelm Waerenskjold. Often they welcomed grateful newcomers into their home. Here she helped preserve the history of her people. Died 1895. (1968)"

Photograph of a historic marker. It reads: "Hamilton County Courthouse. Before era of this impressive courthouse, Hamilton County's government was housed in stores, a rustic school, a former livery stable, a 2-story building with top floor especially designed for a courtroom, and briefly in a saloon. Fire razed two of the early improvised courthouses. First permanent one built in 1878, also burned in 1886. In those days outlaws were so numerous that guards were hired to protect visiting judges. This 1887 structure of native limestone, quarried 2 miles east of Hamilton, remained unchanged until it was remodeled in 1931. (1970)"

Photograph of a waterway. This waterway was seeded on March, 1951, to King Ranch bluestem and Indian grass. From the left are E.E. McAlister and Bill Heizer, Soil Conservation Service [SCS] technicians. V – 20P. TX-47, 497-A.

Photograph of the Mill in Hico, Texas.

Photograph of the Mill in Hico, Texas.

Photograph of the Mill in Hico, Texas.

Photograph of the Mill in Hico, Texas.

Photograph of the Mill in Hico, Texas.

Photograph of the Mill Grounds House in Hico, Texas.

Photograph of the Ruin on Mill Grounds in Hico, Texas.

Photograph of an unidentified woman posing for a portrait with her head turned toward her left side. She wears a dark-colored dress with a circular lace collar. The following names are written on the back of the photo: Mrs. Jeff D. Manning, J. D. Bryan, & C. H. Preston.

Photograph of an unidentified man sitting at a desk and holding a letter. He sits on a stool with fringe attached. A bookshelf is visible in the background. The following names are written on the back of the photograph: Mrs. Jeff D. Manning, J. D. Bryan.

Photograph of two unidentified women posing in front of a painted background. The women set at two different heights, resting their arms on one another. Hay covers the ground below them.

Photograph of an unidentified woman posing for a portrait with a large bow tied around her neck. Her bangs are curled, but the rest of her hair is tightly pulled back. She looks toward the right of the photographer.

Photograph of an unidentified man in a patterned suit posing for a portrait. The suit features a windowpane pattern and has a boutonniere pinned to the collar. He looks to the right of the photographer.

Photograph of Frank Copeland (left) sitting on a chaise lounge and holding a book and Charlie Williams (right) standing and resting his hand on the back of the chaise lounge. A large, bright window is visible through an archway in the background.

Photograph of an unidentified man wearing a suit and tie. He looks straight into the camera. Notes are scribbled on the back.

Photograph of Edd Manning posing for a portrait in a suit with a bow tied around his collar. He looks toward the photographer. Writing on the back of the card reads: "R. R. # 2 3. 3 mi S. E. Hamilton and Goldswait road."

Photograph of Guy Manning posing for a portrait with a curling iron in his hands. He wears a light-colored gown and sits on a chair with fringe hanging off the upholstery.

Portrait of three children, Herm Barnett (left), Harvy Crabb (middle), and Rufus Barnett (right), wearing dark-colored dresses and posing, sitting, in front of a painted backdrop; a woman is partially visible in the background on the right.