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[Portrait of Clay Ledbetter]

Portrait of Clay Ledbetter, visible from the chest up, wearing a dark-colored suit, light-colored shirt, and dark-colored bow tie. A hand written note on the back reads, "Clay Ledbetter, 1908."
Date: 1908
Creator: Heilmann
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of Brazos River Flood]

Photograph of the May 1908 Brazos River flood in Waco, Texas. Several people stand on the Waco suspension bridge, looking at the water. Other buildings can be seen in the image. Purchased at the estate sale of J. A. Curry in Waco, Texas.
Date: 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of C. E. Boles Reading]

Photograph of Charlie E. Boles sitting in a wicker chair, wearing a light-colored suit, socks, and shoes, reading a book or pamphlet. A wicker table is positioned behind Boles, and potted foliage is in the background. A hand written note on the back reads, "C. E. Boles, 'Charlie' Boles, MHS teacher, room and board at Robinson, ca. 1908."
Date: 1908~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard From Joseph to Mr. and Mrs. Pennington, 1908]

Postcard from William Joseph Pennington to Mr. and Mrs. William Pennington with a photograph of a young child. The postcard reads: " Happy Easter ". The postcard shows a rabbit driving a vehicle with a large egg.
Date: April 21, 1908
Creator: Pennington, Joseph
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Roy Elmer Beck and Friends]

Photograph of Roy Elmer Beck with a group of his friends at the Galveston Island beach. There are six young men, including Roy, and seven young women. They are all wearing swimsuits indicative of the era.
Date: August 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Waco Flood]

Postcard of Waco during a flood of the Brazos River. A handwritten note on the back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Kate Dean in Claremont, New Hampshire and says "This picture does not half tell the tale of East Waco's terrible flood. The Brazos is a terrible river. With love, C.F.D."
Date: May 28, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of Lorena Stauts Birthplace]

Photograph of a small house. A handwritten note on the back of the photo says "Mart 1908, Lorena Stauts born here."
Date: August 19, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Bosque River at Clifton, Texas]

Postcard of the Bosque River in Clifton, Texas, with a building partially submerged in the river. A handwritten note on the back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Hilda Maddox in Weatherford, Texas and says "Hilda, Ask your Pap if he knows this place. Sold a nice bill today. Well wishes. Your friend, Kelly."
Date: September 21, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[First Presbyterian Church]

Postcard of a black and white photograph of the Waco First Presbyterian Church, a large brick building with a tower and stained glass windows, surrounded by trees with a light blue colorized sky in the background. Printed on the front of the postcard: "First Presbyterian Church, Waco, Texas." There is a handwritten note on the front of the postcard that reads "Mrs Markquart" and a longer handwritten note on the back of the postcard.
Date: June 1908
Creator: Marquardt, Luise
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Lindsay Hollow in Waco, Texas]

Postcard of Lindsay Hollow in Waco, Texas, with a handwritten note that says "Heaven's eternal years is thine." Another handwritten note on the back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Rodesia Stephens and says, "Hello Rodesia, how are you this evening? Hope you are well by this time. I wrote you a letter over a week ago, haven't heard from M.E.J. yet. I have a lot to tell when we meet again. Pro. Rinkney is as low as he can be. I am well, all send love. Mary E. Moore."
Date: July 9, 1908
Creator: Moore, Mary E.
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Portrait of Stephen Eichelberger as an Infant]

Photograph of Stephen Eichelberger (1908-1987) posing for a portrait in a wicker chair with throw pillows. He wears a light-colored gown and looks to the right of the photographer.
Date: 1908~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of the Stewart Building]

Postcard of the Stewart building in Houston. Text on the back of the card reads "10/29/08 Arrived on time & found that Father is not so bad. Will see Aunt Jennie tomorrow Shirley" The card is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Forsgard of Waco.
Date: October 29, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Houston High School]

Postcard of Houston High School viewed from across the street. A large brick building with three visible turrets stands surrounded by immature trees and well-manicured grass. Handwritten text on the back of the card reads: "Want to ask forgiveness for not coming to see you and Miss J- before I left. I relied so much on hand the last two or three days. Had such a lovely time but was glad to get home. Mama enjoyed her visiter much too. Nina." The card is addressed to Miss Annie Forsgard of Waco, Texas.
Date: July 28, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Damaged Railroad Bridge]

Postcard of a damaged railroad bridge after a flood near Hico, Texas. The supports above the ground are largely intact, but the platform below has been partially washed away. Text on the front of the card reads "After Hico flood. April 17, 1908. Wreck of T.C.R.'y Bridge Near Hico." Text on the back of the card reads "Yes, I was in Waco, just two weeks ago tomorrow. Wanted to see you so much but got in so late and left early next morning. Will be back in about a week and hope I can see you there. Don't expect will be in Waco long. Lucy is crowded and Nina will be there. - Nellie." The postcard is addressed to Miss Annie Forsgard of Waco, Texas.
Date: July 5, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of the Sealy Residence]

Postcard of George Sealy's mansion taken from outside the front gate. Text Text on the upper left-hand margin reads: "*Where Mr Joe Wren lives." Text toward the bottom of the photograph reads "Sealy Residence, 25th & Broadway. Galveston." Text on the bottom margin reads "Please take note that there is a 'sidewalk' here, not steps. Many thanks for the postals." Text on the right margin reads "Give my best to tall. S.C.F. 11-30-08." Text on the back of the card reads "It's 'a good thing,' I was not in Waco when 'my friend' was 'put out of the way,' what a time there would have been!" This text is accompanied by a drawing of an older woman with glasses, a tight bun and a long dark dress. The card is addressed to Miss Annie Forsgard.
Date: November 30, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of a Group on a Railroad Bridge]

Postcard of a group of men and women in formal dress posing on an iron railroad bridge. Most of the subjects are looking toward a man in the center and smiling.
Date: 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of Old Gregg School Class]

Photograph of a group of students at Old Gregg School standing outside of the school building. A handwritten note in the bottom corner of the photo says "My last day of teaching, 1908."
Date: 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of Decorated Residence]

Photograph of a residence decorated with flowers, palm leaves, and flags.
Date: 1908
Creator: Farmer, Whayne H.
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of Douglas Select School Football Team of 1908]

Photograph of the Douglas Select School football team of 1908. The team members are: (left to right) standing: Hal Hays, Green, Barton King, Bickham Cartwright, Jimmie Humphries, Prof. Stephen A. Douglas, Marcus Barnes, Andrew Crow, Hugh Eichelberger, Wade Russell, and Jesse McLendon; and sitting: Wady Sims, Arnold Floyd "Jim" Crow, Newton Lacy, and Tom Chapoton.
Date: 1908
Creator: Heilmann
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Photograph of Men on Horseback]

Photograph of men on horseback wearing uniforms with feathered hats. A few names are written on the photo: Rodney, Joe, and Harber. The photograph was purchased at the Rufus W. and Virginia Nash estate sale in Waco, Texas in May 2008.
Date: 1908
Creator: Thompson
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[First Presbyterian Church in Waco, Texas]

Postcard image of the First Presbyterian Church in Waco, Texas. There is handwritten text on the back to Mrs. J. R. Elliott.
Date: June 26, 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Postcard
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Hattie Mae Eichelberger and Unknown Children on Chairs]

Photograph of Hattie Mae Eichelberger and other young children. Within the photo all the children positioned sitting on wooden chairs. In the background the yard of a home can be seen with the fence post surrounding it. Handwritten text on back identifies Eichelberger on the far left. The photograph was purchased at the Eichelberger - Harrison estate sale in Waco, Texas.
Date: 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Hattie Mae Eichelberger and Friends]

Photograph of Hattie Mae Eichelberger as a baby with other unknown children. Handwritten text on back identifies Hattie Mae as being the baby that is second from the left. All of the children are positioned sitting in wooden chairs with a backyard visible behind them. The photograph was purchased at the Eichelberger - Harrison estate sale in Waco, Texas.
Date: 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[McLennan County Officers]

Photograph of the 1908 McLennan County Officers on the steps of the McLennan County Courthouse. Within the photo there are three rows of both men and women that fulfill the officer roles. They are positioned on the front steps of a building. Handwritten text on back identifies all the names of those within the photo. The photograph was purchased at the Eichelberger - Harrison estate sale in Waco, Texas.
Date: 1908
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History