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Charles O. Austin Memorial Library (First Public Library)
Photograph of first public library in Cleveland built by Mrs. Bessie Austin as memorial to her late husband called the Charles O. Austin Memorial Library. It was about 1/2 block from the grammar school. Students would walk single file to check out books. Three sides of the library were shelves of books. The only other item was a small desk and chair where the librarian worked. As of November 3, 2023, building razed due to termite damage and general deterioration.
Date:
1950
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Interior of Fostoria Commissary]
Photograph of the interior of Fostoria Commissary in Fostoria, Texas. The front counter features different styles of men's hats. There is a weight machine in the foreground that gives character readings.
Date:
1950
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from C. A. Loftis to R. Lee Kempner, December 5, 1950]
Letter from C. A. Loftis to R. Lee Kempner discussing about contacts who can help to contact any members of the Robertson family.
Date:
December 5, 1950
Creator:
Loftis, C. A.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Texas Attorney General Opinion: V-1184
Document issued by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas in Austin, Texas, providing an interpretation of Texas law. It provides the opinion of the Texas Attorney General, Price Daniel, regarding a legal question submitted for clarification: Applicability of the Jury Wheel Law to Liberty County under the submitted facts.
Date:
June 8, 1951
Creator:
Texas. Attorney-General's Office.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bill Daniel to Truett Latimer, April 14, 1952]
Letter from Bill Daniel to Truett Latimer requesting Latimer's support in his candidacy for Speaker of the House.
Date:
April 14, 1952
Creator:
Daniel, Bill
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bill Daniel, May 20, 1952]
Letter from Bill Daniel discussing meeting his correspondent at the San Antonio democratic Convention and inviting them to utilize his hotel room at any time. "Speaker Race" is written int he top right corner.
Date:
May 20, 1952
Creator:
Daniel, Bill
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bill Daniel to Truett Latimer, July 10, 1952]
Letter from Bill Daniel to Truett Latimer discussing his campaign for Speaker of the House.
Date:
June 10, 1952
Creator:
Daniel, Bill
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from A. J. "Andy" Rogers to Truett Latimer, August 1, 1952]
Letter from A. J. "Andy" Rogers to Truett Latimer discussing Truett's success in a primary election and giving support to Bill Daniel in his race for Speaker of The House.
Date:
August 1, 1952
Creator:
Rogers, A. J.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[1953 Cleveland Elementary-Junior High Flag Raising ]
Photograph of two members of local Boy Scout Troup raising a flag at the opening of Cleveland Elementary-Junior High School in 1953. A crowd of people is gathered to the right, one of whom holds a sign reading "Kiwanis Club". Principal E. D. Balch of this school and Cleveland ISD Superintendent Frank E. White stand in the bed of a truck to the left. This building would become Southside Elementary after a new high school was built in 1956, Junior High was moved to the previous high school building and Northside Elementary was already open in 1953.
Date:
1953
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Cars in Santa Parade]
Photograph of cars driving in the Cleveland Santa Parade. The car in the foreground has a logo on the side that advertises the Flower House and reads, "We telegraph Flowers". Stores in the background include Texas Jewelry, T. C. Hill Insurance, and Lack's. On the left is the Farmers State Bank and United Gas.
Date:
1953
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Cleveland High School Royal Braves Marching Band and Twirlers in Santa Parade]
Photograph of Cleveland High School Royal Braves Band led by Ass't Drum Major Jackie Carter followed by Twirlers Jimmie Lynn Longbotham, Glenda Dishongh, Myrdeth Longbotham, Janie Roberson & Margie Grimsley. Behind them, Drum Major Doris Thomas leads the band. A small group of spectators watches from the side of the road.
Date:
1953
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Houston
Topographic map of a portion of Texas from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) project. The map includes towns, historic or notable sites, bodies of water, and other geologic features. Scale 1:250000
Date:
1953
Creator:
United States. Army. Corps of Engineers.
Object Type:
Map
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Santa Float in Parade]
Photograph of a Santa float during the Cleveland Santa Parade. There is a man dressed as Santa Claus waving towards the crowd and two young children on the float. Sweet's Barber Shop and the Smart Shoppe can be seen behind the crowd watching the parade.
Date:
1953
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Santa Parade in Downtown Cleveland, Texas]
Photograph of a car during the Santa Parade in downtown Cleveland, Texas. The car shows the logo "Cleveland Kiwanis" and is on the corner of East Houston and Travis Street. The Farmer's State Bank and Texan Theater, playing Call Me Madam, can be seen in the background. There is a crowd of people congregated by the side of the road near the Super Value Grocery.
Date:
1953
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Bill Daniel to Truett Latimer, June 22, 1953]
Letter from Bill Daniel to Truett Latimer discussing Latimer's previous letter and how they each enjoyed working together.
Date:
June 22, 1953
Creator:
Daniel, Bill
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[1954 Cleveland High School Football Sweetheart]
Photograph of 1954 Football Sweetheart Lovie Turner standing in front of #25 Rex Arnold & #45 Bud Sallee with court of duchesses and escorts in semi-circle in the background in Cleveland, Texas.
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[1954 Cleveland High School Senior Graduation]
Photograph of a large group of men and women wearing graduation caps and gowns standing on bleachers in Cleveland, Texas.
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
First Baptist Church Choir
Photograph of First Baptist Church Choir in 1954. Choir members from left to right are: Front row: Mrs. Theo Scott, Mrs. Ernest Cummings, Mrs. Newman Powers, Mrs. Edsel Brown, Mrs Cam Arrendell, unknown Second row: unknown, unknown, Sally Harkins, Aunt Annie Wright, Elma Lee Tanner, Tula Overton Third Row: unknown Choir Director: Max (last name unknown)
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Foster Lumber Company
Photograph of Foster Lumber Company shortly before it closed. Shown in the picture is the railroad tracks ("Dinky") connecting the mill with the Santa Fe Railroad. The commissary, post office and mail office is also in this location.
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
KVLB Cleveland's Local Radio Station
Photograph of KVLB radio station building, which opened in 1954. It is a one-story building with siding and has the station letters on the side of the building as well as three large antennae.
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[KVLB Radio Station]
Photograph of a small wooden building housing the KVLB radio station in Cleveland, Texas.
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[KVLB Radio Station]
Photograph of an unidentified man sitting in front of KVLB radio station equipment in Cleveland, Texas.
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Mary Frances Anglin, The First Dairy Day Queen]
Black and white photograph of a young woman, Mary Frances Jenkel, née Anglin, being crowned the first Dairy Day Queen, on stage at the 1954 Dairy Day in Cleveland, Texas. She is wearing a velvet coronation robe. The town mayor at the time, N.A. Walker, bestows the honor. A young boy, Jeff McClain, is standing near them is holding the crown's pillow. A sizable group of people on stage watch from behind them as the event takes place. Coronation is on the old American Legion baseball field.
Date:
1954
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Southwestern Bell Telephone Company Office]
Photograph of a group of ladies at the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company office in Cleveland, Texas. The occasion was an Open House for Mother's Day. Operators are seated at the switchboard and a group of other ladies watches from behind.
Date:
1954
Creator:
Young, Moon
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History