Cadastral map of Kent County, Texas in the Panhandle Plains region. Scale ca. 1:133,334 (4000 varas per inch). Shows boundaries and ownership of land, including that of several railroad companies. Compiled and drawn by William S. Porter, later known as the short story writer O. Henry. Map is notable for its landscape drawings near the top.

Short story developed during O. Henry's time working as a draftsman at the Texas General Land Office.

A three-stanza poem by O. Henry and published under the pen name S. H. Peters.

This article is the second part of Arthur W. Page's biography of O. Henry, "Little Pictures of O. Henry." It addresses O. Henry's time in Texas and is illustrated with photographs.

Short story written by O. Henry when he was in residence in Asheville, North Carolina and addresses themes of alcoholism and the author's relationship with his father.

Short story about the kidnap and ransom of a wealthy Alabaman's son.

Short story set along the Texas/Mexico border.

Short story about a graft and kidnapping.

Short story about a man and a very helpful book.

Short story about a company of Texas Rangers.

Short story about a young desperado from the Texas-Mexico border.

Short story set in Texas

Short story about the character Jeff Peters.

Short story set in Texas.

This document was issued to the Houston & Texas Central Railroad Company as the final instrument in the land grant process, assigning ownership to the railroad company for 640 acres in Tom Green County, section 21, block 20, as described in the patent. O. Henry wrote a fictional account of illegal proceedings concerning a land certificate, Bexar Scrip 2692, in the short story "Bexar Scrip 2692.” This is the patent that ultimately gave land ownership to the railroad via that certificate.

Short story about a couple's divorce and remarriage.

Short story about a man celebrating July Fourth in South America.

Newspaper article includes sketches and photos of O. Henry and friends. Describes O.Henry's life and his time in Austin.