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[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: Forty Years Ago March 7, 1920 (Sunday)] (open access)

[Clipping: Forty Years Ago March 7, 1920 (Sunday)]

Newspaper clipping reprinting a story from "forty years ago" that describes the opening of a manufacturing plant by Sam Myres in El Paso. It also describes the saddle that Mr. Myres designed for the 101 Ranch Wild West Show.
Date: March 1960
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[S. D. Myres catalog] (open access)

[S. D. Myres catalog]

Newspaper clipping advertising the S. D. Myres Saddle Company and its array of holsters, belts and gun carrying equipment. It goes on to say that Myres designed and produced the first belt holster for the FBI.
Date: May 1960
Creator: Myres, Sam
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Frank O'Leary and his painting of Sam Myres] (open access)

[Frank O'Leary and his painting of Sam Myres]

Newspaper clipping that features an article about artist Frank O'Leary and the painting that he made of Sam Myres. It goes on to say that the painting will be featured in the Sun Carnival "Southwest Scene" art exhibition that will be held at the El Paso Public Library.
Date: November 17, 1961
Creator: O'Leary, Frank
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: 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: 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 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 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. 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: '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: High School Clubs Promote Teenage Interest in Nursing] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: High School Clubs Promote Teenage Interest in Nursing]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Corpus Christi high school students who are part of the Future Nurses Association of Texas. The article discusses the clubs' various activities, as well as different guest speakers brought in to speak at the Future Nurses Convention in Corpus Christi, Texas. The article includes a photo two students, Barbalee Wooten and Pat Kilgore, at the Future Nurses Convention. On the back of the clipping are advertisement's for a restaurant and jewelry.
Date: March 7, 1961
Creator: Corpus Christ Times
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Humanics of Medicine] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Humanics of Medicine]

Newspaper clipping of an article about doctor-patient relations, and physicians' responsibility to make patients feel welcome and important. Included are a few suggestions on how physicians can improve. The article was inspired by a Canadian Supreme Court Justice's suggestion that medical schools should teach medical students the "Humanics of Medicine." On the back of the clipping is part of an advertisement for For Motor Company, Lincoln-Mercury Division.
Date: December 12, 1960
Creator: The AMA News editors
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Medical Career Worth Effort, Students Told] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Medical Career Worth Effort, Students Told]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Dr. May Owen's appearance and speech at a Scholastic Awards Banquet at Brady High School, in Brady, Texas.
Date: March 14, 1961
Creator: Brady Herald
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Pecos Doctor Elected Medical Group Head] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Pecos Doctor Elected Medical Group Head]

Newspaper clippings of an article about a meeting of the Texas Medical Association, at which Dr. May Owen passed on the presidency to Dr. Harold Lindley. The article describes the events of the meeting, including the new slate of other officers. On the back of the clippings are an agricultural advertisement and real estate listings.
Date: February 6, 1961
Creator: Carpenter, Marj.
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: Shaw's Queen of Diamonds] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: Shaw's Queen of Diamonds]

Newspaper clipping from the Dallas Times Herald of a photo and brief article about a woman who shopped for her diamonds at Shaw's Jewelers, and the employees who helped her. The article includes addresses for the three locations in Dallas. On the back of the clipping is part of an advertisement for Pontiac, depicting a Pontiac dealership.
Date: 1963
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: SMA Honors 2 City Doctors] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: SMA Honors 2 City Doctors]

Newspaper clipping of an article discussing two physicians honored by the Southern Medical Association: Dr. May Owen, and Dr. Robert D. Moreton. The article briefly mentions each doctor's main accomplishments, and also includes a photo of Dr. May Owen.
Date: November 10, 1960
Creator: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper Clipping: TMA Reins Presented To Dr. Owen] (open access)

[Newspaper Clipping: TMA Reins Presented To Dr. Owen]

Newspaper clipping of an article about Dr. May Owen becoming the 95th president of the Texas Medical Association, and other events that transpired at a TMA annual session. The article also discusses legislation concerning federal-oriented health insurance plans. The article also includes a photo Dr. Louis M. Orr, and a photo of Dr. Owen accepting a gavel from the out-going president, Dr. Harvey Renger, as president-elect, Dr. Franklin W. Yeager, looks on.
Date: April 13, 1960
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper clippings about Dr. May Owen, and a TMA meeting] (open access)

[Newspaper clippings about Dr. May Owen, and a TMA meeting]

A newspaper clipping about the Texas Medical Association 9th District meeting in Brenham, a clipping about Dr. May Owen becoming the TMA president, a clipping about Dr. Owen speaking at the University of Texas Medical Student's Day dinner (with a photo of Dr. Owen), and a clipping of a photo of Dr. Owen. On the back of the clippings are portions of a comic, an advertisement, and another article.
Date: {1960-03-01,1960-03-17,1960-04-13}
Creator: Houston Post
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper clippings about Dr. May Owen and the Texas Medical Association] (open access)

[Newspaper clippings about Dr. May Owen and the Texas Medical Association]

Four newspaper clippings of articles about Dr. May Owen and the Texas Medical Association. The first article discusses Dr. Owen's receiving a distinguished service award. The second article discusses California's false claims that Dr. Roberta Fenlon was the first woman elected as president of a stat medical society. The third article features a photograph of Dr. Owen, newly elected to President of the TMA, with her predecessor, Dr. Franklin W. Yeager. The fourth article briefly discusses plans for the TMA District 1 annual meeting in Pecos, Texas.
Date: {1960-07-08,1960-09-28,1961-01-26,1971-03-31}
Creator: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Newspaper clippings about Dr. May Owen and the Texas Medical Association] (open access)

[Newspaper clippings about Dr. May Owen and the Texas Medical Association]

Newspaper clippings of three articles, and a photograph of Dr. Owen. The first article discusses a Texas Medical Association District II meeting in Snyder, Texas, while the second and third articles announce Dr. May Owen's election to president of the TMA.
Date: {1960-04-14,1961-02-27,1961-03-12}
Creator: Snyder Daily News
System: The Portal to Texas History