Reflections of an Immigrant (open access)

Reflections of an Immigrant

Autobiogrpahy of John E. Lasovica, describing his childhood in Liptal, a town in modern-day Czech Republic, how his family immigrated to West, Texas, and his adult life in Hopewell, Virginia. His discusses how he learned to speak English, moving for various jobs, and his family.
Date: March 1984
Creator: Lastovica, John E.
Object Type: Paper
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of the Interior of Old St. John's Church]

Postcard with an illustration of part of the sanctuary and front of St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia, with printed text on the back regarding a convention held in the church during 1775. The card is postmarked 1924 and addressed to "Mrs. James Chambers" in Waco and "Mother," is written in the text area without any other correspondence.
Date: 1924~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Joe Schmerber, December 5, 2017 captions transcript

Oral History Interview with Joe Schmerber, December 5, 2017

Interview with Joe Schmerber, who worked for and helped establish departments in Mooney Aircraft Company and Bridgestone Tires. The interview discusses his parents, early years as one of nine children, his work experience, education, interest in aviation, and family life.
Date: December 5, 2017
Creator: Collins, Francelle Robison; Flory, Bonnie Pipes & Schmerber, Joe Henry
Object Type: Video
System: The Portal to Texas History