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Two Hundred and Fifty Years: History of Alto, Texas, 1686-1936
This text is a compilation of research regarding the history of Alto, Texas and creative poetry about the town. It includes biographical information about pioneers and influential people in the history of the town; the origins of Alto and development of schools and churches; historic notes about the Cherokee Indians and fighting that took place in the area; and other historical aspects of the area. A postscript, including a glossary, starts on page 37.
Date:
1976
Creator:
Cole, Nell M.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Trammel's Trace: The First Road to Texas from the North
Map showing "Trammel's Trace," the first road from the north (present-day Arkansas) into Texas, used around 1800. It includes notations for abandoned settlements, modern cities, and Caddo villages documented from 1800 to 1840, as well as other historic roads used at the time of Trammel's Trace.
Date:
2015
Creator:
Pinkerton, Gary
Object Type:
Map
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Early Settlers Life in Texas
This book describes the early history of Hill County, located in Texas, including the author's trip to Texas, information about the first settlers, prominent men, Native American massacres, government, and the general organization of the county.
Date:
1963
Creator:
Kirkpatrick, A. Y.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Prisoners Working on the Texas State Railroad]
Vintage postcard of prisoners from the East Texas Penitentiary performing maintenance work on the Texas State Railroad, circa 1913. Armed guards supervise the prisoners, who are digging ditches along the sides of the track and roadbed.
Date:
1913~
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Postcard
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Cherokee County History
This volume discusses the history of Cherokee County including its communities, geography, and major events. The statement on the dedication page says: "This book is the story of Cherokee County from its earliest days through its founding and development and the achievements of its people to the present -- its rich heritage from its founders, its lasting contributions to the Republic of Texas, the State of Texas, the Confederate States of America, and the United States of America. This book highlights Cherokee County's place in time" (p. iv). Index starts on page 707.
Date:
2001
Creator:
Cherokee County Historical Commission (Tex.)
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Texarkana Gateway to Texas and the Southwest
This text gives an overview of the places and resources in Texas with an emphasis on the locations where the railroads run through the state. Indexes start on page 220.
Date:
1896
Creator:
Texas & Pacific Railway
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
A Short History of the Thomas Chapel Community
Text describing the history of St. Thomas AME Church, cemetery, and public school located near Alto, Texas.
Date:
January 2013
Creator:
Cates, Vivian Toole
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
St. Thomas Chapel Cemetery Survey: Alto, Texas
List of names appearing on headstones in the St. Thomas Chapel Cemetery near Alto, Texas, including some dates and notes.
Date:
1976~
Creator:
Ross, Alizabeth
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
A History of The Rusk Cherokeean, 1847-1973
Book documenting the history of The Rusk Cherokeean newspaper, based on a Master's thesis. It includes information about the various processes used to print the paper, editors and other people who had significant influence, and contextual information about the area. Index starts on page 185.
Date:
2009
Creator:
Whitehead, Marie Hall
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History