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[Article: Obituaries] (open access)

[Article: Obituaries]

A series of obituaries in the Texas Medical Association's June 1988 Texas Medicine journal. Those listed in the obituaries included Dr. May Owen, Dr. William Frank Renfrow, Dr. Louis Reed Robey, Dr. Hampton C. Robinson, Dr. Lowell Edison Rutledge, Dr. Cassie Elizabeth Stuermer, Dr. Robert W. B. Terrell, Dr. Robert H. Thomason, and Dr. Leopoldo Villareal.
Date: June 1988
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Article: TMA's First Woman President To Open District Meeting] (open access)

[Article: TMA's First Woman President To Open District Meeting]

An article in the June 1960 edition of Coastal Bend Medicine magazine about Dr. May Owen, President of the Texas Medical Association, and her attendance at the TMA Southwest Texas District meeting. The article discusses her life, career and accomplishments. On the back of the article is a calendar of medical events.
Date: June 1960
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Clipping: May Owen To Be Inducted Into Texas Woman's Hall Of Fame] (open access)

[Clipping: May Owen To Be Inducted Into Texas Woman's Hall Of Fame]

Clipping of an article from the September 1986 TMA Action newsletter for the Texas Medical Association. The article discusses Dr. May Owen's induction into the Texas Women's Hall of Women, and includes some of her accomplishments. A photograph of Dr. Owen is included in the article. On the back of the clipping are two more articles the TMA Board of Trustees and TEXPAC.
Date: 1986-09~
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Mr. C. Lincoln Williston to Dr. May Owen, July 29, 1986] (open access)

[Letter from Mr. C. Lincoln Williston to Dr. May Owen, July 29, 1986]

Letter from Mr. C. Lincoln Williston to Dr. May Owen congratulating her on her selection for the Texas Women's Hall of Fame. Also included are photocopies of a newspaper article about the honor.
Date: July 29, 1986
Creator: Williston, C. Lincoln
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newpaper Clipping: Nine Women Named as Headliners, They Represent Sum of Good Work] (open access)

[Newpaper Clipping: Nine Women Named as Headliners, They Represent Sum of Good Work]

Newspaper clipping of an article discussing nine women honored by the Fort Worth Press: Dr. May Owen, Mrs. Carey F. Hiett, Mrs. Howard S. Kittel, Mrs. George M. Merrill, Mrs. Sam H. Latham, Mrs. George W. Stevens, Mrs. W. J. Danforth, Mrs. M. M. McKnight, and Mrs. Leo R. Kent. The article briefly discusses each woman's accomplishments and contributions to society. On the back of the clipping is a photograph of Dr. May Owen.
Date: 1960
Creator: Layton, Latryl
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: 13 Texas women picked for Hall of Fame] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: 13 Texas women picked for Hall of Fame]

Newspaper clipping of an article about 13 women selected for induction into the third Texas Women's Hall of Fame: Mary Lavinia Griffith, Jody Conradt, Mary Kay Ash, Ada Simond, Caro Crawford Brown, Wilhelmina Ruth Fitzgerald Delco, Dr. May Owen, Hermine Dalkowitz, Margaret Cousins, Anne Legendre Armstrong, Sally Kirsten Ride, Alicia Chacon, and Frances E. Goff. The article discusses each of the inductees and their contributions to society.
Date: August 20, 1986
Creator: Daily News
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: A Woman Leads Texas Physicians] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: A Woman Leads Texas Physicians]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Dr. May Owen and her career.
Date: August 27, 1960
Creator: The Ocean Press
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Devoted Doctor Given Honor by Pathologists] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Devoted Doctor Given Honor by Pathologists]

Newspaper clipping of an article discussing the Texas Society of Pathologists presentation of the George T. Caldwell award to Dr. May Owen. The article details Dr. Owen's career, accomplishments, typical daily routine, and testimony from other medical professionals about her character. The article includes a photo of Dr. Owen receiving the award from Dr. J. L. Goforth, the previous year's winner.
Date: January 25, 1958
Creator: Justice, Blair
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: District Medical Group to Hold Annual Meet Tomorrow in Pecos] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: District Medical Group to Hold Annual Meet Tomorrow in Pecos]

Newspaper clipping of an article about a Texas Medical Association District 1 meeting, which was to be held in Pecos, Texas. The article mentions Dr. May Owen, and discusses her election as president of TMA. The article includes details of the planned meeting and a photo of Dr. May Owen. On the back of the clipping are portions of a large advertisement for a grocery store, including select grocery prices.
Date: February 2, 1961
Creator: The Pecos Independent and Enterprise
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: District Medical Meeting Set Here] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: District Medical Meeting Set Here]

2 clippings of an article about a meeting of the Ninth District Medical Society in Brenham, Texas, and 1 clipping of a photograph of Dr. May Owen. The article details the agenda for the meeting. The photograph's caption mentions Dr. Owen's election to the position of President of the Texas Medical Association.
Date: {1960-03-15,1960-04-19}
Creator: Brenham Banner-Press
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: 'Dr. May' lauded for help] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: 'Dr. May' lauded for help]

Newspaper clippings of an article about Dr. May Owen, who was honored at a Texas Medical Association luncheon. The article includes information about her career and her financial help to medical students. A photograph of Dr. Owen at the luncheon is included. Each clipping is mounted on a separate piece of paper.
Date: February 15, 1982
Creator: Ondrejas, Carolyn
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Among 9 Who Will Be Honored Friday at 'Party of Year'] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Among 9 Who Will Be Honored Friday at 'Party of Year']

Newspaper clipping of an article about a party at the Baker Hotel in Mineral Wells, honoring nine Texan women.
Date: February 4, 1951
Creator: Gouldy, Mabel
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Hall Of Medical Science] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Hall Of Medical Science]

Newspaper clipping of an article about the opening of the Dr. May Owen Hall of Medical Science at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.
Date: November 28, 1968
Creator: Post News
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Honored With Doctors' Top Award] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Honored With Doctors' Top Award]

2 newspaper clippings of an article about the presentation of a gold-headed cane to Dr. May Owen for her service in medicine. The article mentions that Dr. Owen was the first woman to receive the prestigious award from the Tarrant County Medical Society, details some of the other honors Dr. Owen had received, and describes the events surrounding the award's presentation. A picture of Dr. Owen receiving the award is included in the article. On the back of the page is a letterhead for the Texas Medical Association.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen is honored by doctors] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen is honored by doctors]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Dr. May Owen receiving the Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Medical Association. The article also mentions some of her other accomplishments, and includes a quote from Dr. Charles Max Cole from the award ceremony.
Date: October 5, 1969
Creator: Daily Press
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Will Head Cancer Society] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. May Owen Will Head Cancer Society]

Newspaper clipping of an article announcing the selection of Dr. May Owen to head the Tarrant County Unit of the American Cancer Society, succeeding Edwin T. Phillips, Jr. The article also lists other officers who were elected to serve alongside Dr. Owen.
Date: February 19, 1948
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. Owen Science Hall To Be Open on Dec. 3] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. Owen Science Hall To Be Open on Dec. 3]

Newspaper clipping of an article about the opening of the Dr. Owen Science Hall at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. The article discusses the background of the hall and some of the exhibits. Also included is a photo of Dr. May Owen, Dr. Louis J. Levy, and Helmut Naumer with a replica for an exhibit at the Science Hall. On the back of the clipping is part of an advertisement for pots and pans.
Date: November 10, 1968
Creator: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. Owen to receive Senior Citizen Award] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Dr. Owen to receive Senior Citizen Award]

Newspaper clipping of an article discussing the Women's Civic Club Council's presentation of a Senior Citizen Award to Dr. May Owen for her work as a humanitarian, research scientist, and physician. The article details Dr. Owen's background, career, and other accomplishments. A photo of Dr. Owen is included in the article. The clipping is mounted on the back of a Texas Medical Association maintenance entry form.
Date: April 18, 1976
Creator: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: 'Finest' Medical Museum To Open Here Dec. 7] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: 'Finest' Medical Museum To Open Here Dec. 7]

Newspaper clipping of an article about the opening of the Dr. May Owen Hall of Medical Science at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. The article discusses the hall's opening, funding, and exhibits. On the back of the clipping is a crossword and the Dallas Daily Diary.
Date: November 10, 1968
Creator: Daily Press
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Fort Worth Cheers Warm May in April] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Fort Worth Cheers Warm May in April]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Dr. May Owen. The article discusses her background, career, and accomplishments. The article includes several comments from Dr. Owen herself, as well as a photo of Dr. Owen. On the back of the clipping are portions of other articles, including one about Arlington's Third Bank.
Date: April 10, 1960
Creator: Kantor, Seth
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Fort Worth Pathologist Is First Woman TMA Head] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Fort Worth Pathologist Is First Woman TMA Head]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Dr. May Owen becoming the 95th President of the Texas Medical Association - and the first female president of TMA. The article discusses her background, career, accomplishments, and various awards she has received, as well as her work to help medical students. Also included in the article is a photo of Dr. Owen. On the back of the clipping is an image of a small child.
Date: July 7, 1960
Creator: Corpus Christi Times
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Fort Worth Pathologist, Next TMA Head, Places Being Woman Above Other Honors] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Fort Worth Pathologist, Next TMA Head, Places Being Woman Above Other Honors]

Newspaper clipping of an article about president-elect of the Texas Medical Association, Dr. May Owen. The article mentions Dr. Owen's awards, accomplishments and career. Also included is a photograph of Dr. Owen.
Date: December 2, 1959
Creator: Brinkerhoff, Mary
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: High Honors Given Two Doctors Here] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: High Honors Given Two Doctors Here]

Newspaper clipping of an article about two Fort Worth Doctors receiving honors: Dr. May Owen and Dr. L. H. Reeves. The article includes details of the medical society meeting where these honors were presented, and includes a photograph of Dr. May Owen. The clipping is mounted on the back of State Medical Association of Texas stationary.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Many Revere Shy Medical Society Head] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Many Revere Shy Medical Society Head]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Dr. May Owen's election as President of the Tarrant County Medical Society. The article discusses Dr. Owen's physical appearance, her qualifications in medicine, and the respect other physicians hold for her.
Date: February 5, 1947
Creator: Stephenson, Bess
System: The Portal to Texas History