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Hal and Charlie: The Texas Peterson Brothers Who Risked a Fortune for a Hill Country Foundation
Biographical book about brothers Hal and Charlie Peterson discussing their lives and families, as well as their business dealings which led to the establishment of the Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital in Kerrville and the Hal and Charlie Peterson Foundation. Index starts on page 175.
Date:
2000
Creator:
Audette, Vicki J. & Graham, J. Tom, 1942-
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Stained Glass Windows of First Presbyterian Church Kerrville, Texas
Images and associated Biblical references for the stained glass windows in the sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church of Kerrville, Texas.
Date:
2021
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Artwork
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Juke Joints of Kerrville, Texas [Text]
Document describing seven juke joints in the African American community of Kerrville throughout the 20th century.
Date:
2021
Creator:
Fifer, Clifton, Jr.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Robert and Dalene Reagan, August 28, 2001
Interview with Robert Reagan and his wife, Dalene Comparette Reagan, a couple with strong local historical family roots, from Kerrville, Texas. Mrs. Reagan delves into the history of Kerrville Telephone Company, which was co-founded by her great-grandfather, Dale Comparette. Mr. Reagan discusses his family history, including his connection to Admiral Chester Nimitz. The couple also talk about their childhood memories of Kerrville while it was still a small town.
Date:
August 28, 2001
Creator:
Bethel, Ann; Snodgrass, Clarabelle; Reagan, Robert & Reagan, Dalene Comparette
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Ross Snodgrass, June 13, 1999
Interview with Ross Snodgrass, ranche rfrom Kerrville, Texas. Mr. Snodgrass discusses his family's move to the area in the mid-1800s, as well as their ranching history. He talks about his own experience as a rancher, raising and training animals, surviving droughts (and anthrax), roping, and more. Mr. Snodgrass also tells stories about the "Whippoorwill" band he and his wife, Clarabelle Snodgrass, started after marrying in 1933. The transcript includes a few comments by his wife.
Date:
June 13, 1999
Creator:
Bethel, Ann & Snodgrass, Ross
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
A Legacy of Faith: The History of Notre Dame Parish, Kerrville, Texas
A history of the founding of Notre Dame Catholic Parish describing its cultural and religious milieu from the late 1800s. Emphasis is given on Father Henry Kemper's role in founding Our Lady of Guadalupe parish, church and school, and ultimately its closing. The book also has a focus on Kemper's welcoming of Mexican Americans into Notre Dame Church and Notre Dame School.
Date:
2002
Creator:
Johnson, R. A.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Tears and Glory
Book of poetry focused on the topics of war, peace, memories, patriotism, faith, life, and death. It describes patriotism, grief, and the commemoration of those who served and their families left behind in World War I and World War II.
Date:
1947
Creator:
Garrett, Harriet
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Far Horizons
Book of poetry dedicated to Harriet Garrett's students at Tivy High School. Poem topics are focus on living, the seasons, reflections, faith and prayer, peace, and Christmastide.
Date:
1957
Creator:
Garrett, Harriet
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Into the Morning Sun
Last book of poetry written by Harriet Garrett as she looks forward to life after death or the journey to the "land of the morning sun".
Date:
1960
Creator:
Garrett, Harriet
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
A Brief History of The First Presbyterian Church Kerrville, Texas 1888 - 1980
A binder bound book detailing the history of early faith leaders, especially the role of women, in establishing faith communities in early settlements of Kerrville, Texas during the late 19th and early 20th century.
Date:
1984
Creator:
Garrett, Harriet; McBryde, Cleo; Thomas, Freda; Bennett, Lavene; Adams, Mary Ella; Weiss, Florence et al.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Linda Reynolds Gibson, March 30, 2022
Transcript of an interview with Linda Reynolds Gibson, an educator from Kerrville. Gibson discusses her family, education, teaching positions, her participation in the establishment of a childcare center at Tivy High School for young mothers, and her role of mentorship throughout her career.
Date:
March 30, 2022
Creator:
Jones, Mary Elaine & Gibson, Linda Reynolds
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Juke Joints in Kerrville, Texas
Recording of a presentation by teacher, historian, and Kerrville, Texas citizen Clifton Fifer describing seven juke joints in the African American community of Kerrville throughout the 20th century.
Date:
2021
Creator:
Fifer, Clifton, Jr.
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Thomas Weir Labatt, III, April 27, 2022
Interview with Thomas Weir Labatt, III, community leader from San Antonio. Weir Labatt discusses the history of his family, which had roots in Kerrville, his grandfather's company, his career in water conservation, and the various leadership positions he held in Kerrville and San Antonio.
Date:
April 27, 2022
Creator:
Jones, Mary Elaine & Labatt, Thomas Weir, III
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History