[Booklet for the Southern Rock-Island Plow Co. Repository in Dallas] (open access)

[Booklet for the Southern Rock-Island Plow Co. Repository in Dallas]

Booklet for the new repository for the Southern Rock-Island Plow Co. in Dallas, Texas. The booklet contains information about the building as well as advertising their American-Mexicano vehicle which is, according to the booklet, "the only one in this country."
Date: 1900~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Quit Claim Deed and Plat Print from George Bigford to Edward B. Leigh] (open access)

[Quit Claim Deed and Plat Print from George Bigford to Edward B. Leigh]

Documents including a claims deed and plat map created between George Bigford and Edward B. Leigh; the exchanged land was sold to Leigh for $122. The deed has a note on the back explaining that the land, "known as survey No. 1946," was patented December 21, 1900 hence the deed couldn't be filed January 5, 1900. The map outlines the plot of land in Kerr County: "G. L. Lee's land and adjacent surveys."
Date: 1900~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Jailhouse]

Photograph of a jailhouse, possibly in Jack County. The building has two full stories with a small attic, and has a small windmill to its right.
Date: 1900
Creator: Price, J. C.
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

Clay County Courthouse

Photograph of the newly constructed Clay County Courthouse. A note on the photograph mount credits W.H. Wilson as its architect and Strain, Risley, & Swinburn as the builders.
Date: 1900
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 8, Ed. 1 Friday, June 1, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 8, Ed. 1 Friday, June 1, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: June 1, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 4, Ed. 1 Friday, May 4, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 4, Ed. 1 Friday, May 4, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: May 4, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 11, No. 46, Ed. 1 Friday, February 23, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 11, No. 46, Ed. 1 Friday, February 23, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 23, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 11, Ed. 1 Friday, June 22, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 11, Ed. 1 Friday, June 22, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: June 22, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 10, Ed. 1 Friday, June 15, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 10, Ed. 1 Friday, June 15, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: June 15, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 11, No. 39, Ed. 1 Friday, January 12, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 11, No. 39, Ed. 1 Friday, January 12, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: January 12, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 11, No. 42, Ed. 1 Friday, January 26, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 11, No. 42, Ed. 1 Friday, January 26, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: January 26, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 7, Ed. 1 Friday, May 25, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 7, Ed. 1 Friday, May 25, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: May 25, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 5, Ed. 1 Friday, May 11, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 5, Ed. 1 Friday, May 11, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: May 11, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 3, Ed. 1 Friday, April 27, 1900 (open access)

The Hallettsville New Era. (Hallettsville, Tex.), Vol. 12, No. 3, Ed. 1 Friday, April 27, 1900

Weekly newspaper from Hallettsville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: April 27, 1900
Creator: Meitzen, E. O.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Nimitz Hotel, Fredericksburg]

Photograph of the exterior of the Nimitz Hotel in Fredericksburg. Several Ford cars are parked in front of the building. There is a handwritten note on the back of the photograph that reads: "One of these Fords could very well be on I traveled in while with the U.S. Rubber Co. I often stopped at the old Hotel, long long ago. [illegible signature]."
Date: [1900..1925]
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

["Law West of the Pecos"]

Photograph of Judge Roy Bean's House, the "Law West of the Pecos." Several men sit on the porch and more men are on horseback outside the house. Caption reads "This old relic is located in the little town of Langtry, Texas, which was the abode of Judge Roy Bean--a "Saloon" and also a "Hall of Justice" he being the only peace officer west of the Pecos River, at the time the photo was made, about 1900, and shows Judge Bean holding court, trying a horse-thief. Left of the picture is the stolen horse. On horses, guarded by officers, are two other horse thieves, supposed partners of the one on trial."
Date: 1900~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Sheriff's Deed from John W. Vann to George M. Taylor] (open access)

[Sheriff's Deed from John W. Vann to George M. Taylor]

Deed prepared in accordance with the decision in favor of George M. Taylor vs. J. P. Campbell with the decision coming down on April 3, 1900 and a Decree of Sale "commanding [John Vann] to seize and sell the premises described in said Order of Sale." The land, known as survey number 680 containing 160 acres, was put up for sale and was purchased by Edward B. Leigh of Chicago, Illinois for $575 thus giving him the rights to the land.
Date: August 14, 1900
Creator: Hamilton, J. M.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Land Deed Presented to Edward B. Leigh, December 26, 1900] (open access)

[Land Deed Presented to Edward B. Leigh, December 26, 1900]

Land deed certificate presented to Edward B. Leigh by the governor of Texas, Joseph D. Sayers. The certificate states: "Edward B. Leigh apee of James Sellers and George L. Leigh his heirs or assigns FOREVER Six Hundred and Forty Acres of LAND." The land being granted to Leigh is located in Kerr County and is known as section number 2 on the waters of Cypress Creek.
Date: December 26, 1900
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Warranty Deed from Mrs. J. W. de Ganahl to San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railway Company] (open access)

[Warranty Deed from Mrs. J. W. de Ganahl to San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railway Company]

Warranty deed from Jennie W. de Ganahl to the San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railway Company for the sale of a piece of land in Kerr County for $1 paid by the railroad company. In addition to the payment, de Ganahl gains the "benefits to be derived by me from the construction of said road."
Date: 1900~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Handwritten Title Transfer from James Sellers to C. C. Paine, March 7, 1900] (open access)

[Handwritten Title Transfer from James Sellers to C. C. Paine, March 7, 1900]

Document stating James Sellers of Centre Point in Kerr County has applied to lease land for $19.20; the table on the front outlines the section of land, and the company that James Sellers leased the land from. There is a handwritten statement on the back of the document that shows Sellers releasing his rights to the lease to C. C. Paine for $135; the second statement shows Paine releasing his rights to the lease to George L. Leigh for $135 as well. Also included is a small strip of paper with a statement that reads: "When remitting future payments, to guard against errors and insure prompt returns, please give the NAME of lessee and the application NUMBER."
Date: August 16, 1900
Creator: Hamilton, J. M.
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Warranty Deed from George L. Leigh to Edward B. Leigh] (open access)

[Warranty Deed from George L. Leigh to Edward B. Leigh]

Warranty deed from George and Virginia Leigh to Edward B. Leigh acknowledging the sale of 320 acres to Edward for $800. The land that is being sold is known as Survey No. 1430; the rest of the paragraph describes the land, its borders, landmarks, etc.
Date: 1900~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Legal Document
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Receipt from Slayden-Kirksey Woolen Mills] (open access)

[Receipt from Slayden-Kirksey Woolen Mills]

Receipt for goods purchased by S.M. Roy & Co. in Hennings, Tennessee from Slayden-Kirksey Woolen Mills in Waco, Texas.
Date: April 10, 1900
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. F. Hicks to Dr. Joseph Pound, June 2, 1900] (open access)

[Letter from A. F. Hicks to Dr. Joseph Pound, June 2, 1900]

Letter from A. F. Hicks to Dr. Joseph Pound concerning the upcoming reunion of the old Confederate brigade that they were apart of. Hicks tells the doctor to wear his uniform if possible and that he will send another paper that "will give you General order No 1. calling for the meeting of the Brigade in July." Also included is a newspaper clipping that details the reunion of the Mountain Remnant Brigade of the Confederate veterans, and calls for bids "for the leasing of the Reunion Ground Privileges."
Date: June 2, 1900
Creator: Hicks, A. F.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Hand-Drawn Map of the Steele Tract of Land]

Hand-drawn map detailing the Steele tract of land in Kerr County; the map details the perimeters of the land including their length, the plot on the left contains 75 acres and the one on the right contains 160 acres. The envelope contains information about the Musson Place, and a mentioning of a sheriff's deed in June 1900.
Date: 1900~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Map
System: The Portal to Texas History