A woman works with fire-damaged property in Ringgold.

Photograph of a car and other fire-damaged property in Ringgold. On January 1, 2006, the Texas town of Ringgold was devastated in a fire that forced thousands of people to evacuate several towns in North Texas. Around 32 houses were destroyed in Ringgold, a ranching town of about 250 people.

A man wearing a baseball cap and glasses examines fire-damaged property in Ringgold.

A woman wearing a baseball cap helps to clean-up fire-damaged property after the Ringgold fire.

Utility workers drill a new hole and prepare to replace a fire-damaged utility pole in Ringgold.

A worker replaces a utility pole after the fire at Ringgold. On January 1, 2006, the Texas town of Ringgold was devastated in a fire that forced thousands of people to evacuate several towns in North Texas. Around 32 houses were destroyed in Ringgold, a ranching town of about 250 people. Mr. Castillo provided this information about this photo: Un empleado no identificado de la empresa de electricidad Texas-New Mexico Power Company en plena labor para reanudar parte del alumbrado eléctrico en la localidad de Ringgold, a 180 Km al norte de Dallas (Texas). El domingo pasado, un incendio destruyó los pastizales que abarcan alrededor de más de 8.000 hectáreas, destruyendo además 27 viviendas.

Workers replace a utility pole after the fire at Ringgold, Texas.

Photograph of a fire-damaged soccer ball with a man working in the background.

A Hispanic man wearing a baseball cap and standing next to a soccer goal, holds up a fire-scorched soccer ball.

A man wearing a baseball cap drives a tractor as he surveys the fire-damaged ground and property behind him.

A Hispanic man wearing a baseball cap and protective eyewear surveys property that has been damaged in the Ringgold fire.

A man wearing a baseball cap plunges a shovel into the ground.

A man wearing a baseball cap and glasses surveys property damaged by fire.

Close-up of a Hispanic man wearing a baseball cap and glasses crying as he surveys the scorched ground around him.

Close-up of a Hispanic man in a baseball cap crying as he surveys the scorched ground around him.

This photo shows Ruth Roach Salmon, probably in her living room on the ranch at Nocona, wearing a wildly-patterned blouse and putting a cowboy hat on her head.

This photo shows Ruth Roach Salmon, standing with a horse in front of a wooden house with a white picket fence.

In this photo, Ruth Roach and her husband, Dick Salmon, stand with a horse in front of a wooden house with a white picket fence.

Photograph of the exterior of the Nocona Boot Company factory building. The building is wide and is surrounded by shrubs around the building's perimeter. "The Nocona Boot Co. Inc." is displayed in bold red letters on the front side of the building and faraway trees cover parts of the building.

Step back in time with a captivating photograph from Saint Jo's Downtown area, where vintage stone buildings exude timeless charm. The iconic "Lazy Heart Grill" stands proudly, while next to it, the historic "Stonewall Saloon since 1873" preserves the essence of the past. The backdrop reveals the city's water tower, completing the picturesque scene. Embrace the quaint allure of Saint Jo as history and hospitality come together in this charming corner of Texas.

The Stonewall Saloon Museum in Saint Jo, Texas, showcases the town's history in an authentic saloon setting. As the first permanent structure built in 1873, it served cattle drovers along the Chisholm Trail. The museum engages the community through special exhibitions, educational programs, and seeks involvement from residents and visitors to preserve and share the area's fascinating stories and heritage.

Step into the past at the Stonewall Saloon Museum, nestled in Saint Jo's historic downtown square. This iconic structure, dating back to 1873, once quenched the thirst of trail drovers on the Chisholm Trail. Now, the museum fosters community involvement by sharing captivating exhibitions, hosting educational programs, and welcoming contributions of old stories, pictures, relics, and volunteer support to safeguard and celebrate the cherished history of Saint Jo.

Embark on a captivating journey through history at the Stonewall Saloon Museum, located in the heart of Saint Jo's historic downtown square. As the town's first permanent structure dating back to 1873, this iconic saloon once served trail drovers along the legendary Chisholm Trail. Today, the museum plays a vital role in preserving the community's heritage, offering engaging exhibitions, educational programs, and inviting local involvement to weave a tapestry of treasured stories and memories from Saint Jo's past.

Step into a world of vintage elegance as a photograph captures a wall at the Stonewall Museum adorned with old framed black & white photos. The wall's charm is accentuated by the presence of a Texas Deer head with antlers and a hat. On the floor, a table surrounded by four chairs invites visitors to relish the ambiance of a bygone era. This captivating display pays homage to the cherished memories of the past, preserving the essence of Saint Jo's history within the museum's timeless walls.