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2 Women Who Saw Sam Bass Shot See Desperado In Wax (open access)

2 Women Who Saw Sam Bass Shot See Desperado In Wax

Interviews with Mrs. Matilda Swenson Mayfield and Mrs. Justine Swenson James who saw the outlaw Sam Bass shot in Round Rock , Texas on July 19, 1878.
Date: 1939
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Report
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Aerial Photograph of Round Rock, Texas]

Black and white aerial photograph of Round Rock, Texas, taken facing south by southwest. US Highway 79 can be seen in the foreground running left to right (west to east) an intersecting with Mays Avenue, which runs from the lower right to the southern horizon in the distance. Downtown Round Rock can be seen in the left center of the photo, and a water tower can be seen in its midst. A note can be seen written on the back reads, "Picture made about 1950" along with Noel Grisham's signature in different colored ink and another scratched out note.
Date: 1950~
Creator: Douglas, Neal
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Andrew J. Nelson Farm in the Country]

Photograph taken facing east of the Nelson family gathered on the back top and bottom porches of the farm house built by Andrew J. Nelson, whom can be seen sitting on the bottom porch. A label with text on the front mat of the photo reads, "A. J. Nelson Farm in the Country. Family on proch. Built by Mr. A. J. Nelson in 1854, stone hand sawed. Stone from Cedar Park. (Notice lightning rods on top of roof)". The text can be seen repeated in penciled handwriting on the back.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Carl Nelson at Desk in Nelson Hardware]

Photograph of Carl Nelson, seen sitting at his desk center of frame inside of the Nelson Hardware and Lumber co. Building, which housed a hardware store and a private bank. Carl is labeled by handwriting on the photograph, and three unidentified men can be seen standing int he background. An open bank vault can be seen in the left foreground.
Date: 190X
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Certificate Awarded to Margaret Sheppard Skillman Holt (Mrs. E. Y.)] (open access)

[Certificate Awarded to Margaret Sheppard Skillman Holt (Mrs. E. Y.)]

Certificate presented by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas to Margaret Holt, certifying her as a member in good standing with the organization.
Date: November 10, 1945
Creator: Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History

Current Land Use Round Rock, Texas, 1988

Map showing the usage of Round Rock's land in 1987 broken down into the following categories: single family, duplex, multi-family, commercial, industrial, government, schools, churches and cemeteries, recreational, and vacant. On the back is a community profile covering: geography, transportation, government, growth, climate, character, demographics, population building permits,employment, occupation, income, community facilities, park facilities, an ;and use.
Date: 1988
Creator: Round Rock Department of Planning and Community Development
Object Type: Map
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Dedication at the Round Rock Marker]

Photograph taken facing northeast of individuals gathered at a historic marker dedication ceremony for Round Rock in Brushy Creek. Several individuals and a car can be seen gather in the left background. In the right foreground Zelma Presler Gregg (Mrs. D.B. Gregg) can be seen standing with two young girls, Gina Antill in the white hat,and Bernice Antill in the spotted cap.
Date: November 7, 1971
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
Dedication of Official Texas Historical Marker, Trinity Lutheran College, Round Rock, Texas (open access)

Dedication of Official Texas Historical Marker, Trinity Lutheran College, Round Rock, Texas

Pamphlet for the dedication ceremony of a Texas Historical Marker for Trinity Lutheran College. A photo of the original building on the site can be seen on the front cover, while a photo of the historic marker can be see printed inside the pamphlet.
Date: May 28, 1972
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Dedication of the Round Rock Marker]

Photograph taken facing west of a group of individuals gathered around for a historic marker dedication ceremony for Round Rock in Brushy Creek. A boy in striped pants can be seen in the front of the group, standing with his hands in his pockets. A railroad bridge can be seen in the background, and the creek can be seen to left.
Date: November 7, 1971
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
The First Annual Catalogue of the Officer and Students in Round Rock Institute For The Year 1886, Round Rock, Texas (open access)

The First Annual Catalogue of the Officer and Students in Round Rock Institute For The Year 1886, Round Rock, Texas

Booklet providing a history of the Round Rock Institute and information on boarding, examinations, certificates, and classes offered. A business directory is also included. Notes and underlining can be seen on the pages by Noel Grisham, who arranged and made copies of the material in 1963.
Date: 1963
Creator: Round Rock Institute
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History
First Reunion Round Rock Institute Students. (open access)

First Reunion Round Rock Institute Students.

Paper documenting a reunion of former Round Rock Institute students that took place on Sunday, July 12, 1931. A list of attendees can be seen starting on page 4. Pencil notes and corrections made by an unknown person can be seen on several pages.
Date: 1931~
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Paper
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Group at Dedication of Round Rock Marker]

Photograph taken facing west of a group of people gathered around for a historic marker dedication ceremony for Round Rock in Brushy Creek. Cars can be seen behind the group, and a railroad bridge can be seen in the background. A man on the left can be seen kneeling to take a picture of something out of view.
Date: November 7, 1971
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Group Gathered Around Round Rock Marker]

Photograph taken facing east of a group of people posed around the historic marker for Round Rock in Brushy Creek. The marker is posted on a tall stone wall. The group are labeled on the back, "Left to right: Mayor Dale Hester, Postmaster Martin Parker, Mrs. John W. Ledbetter Sr., Pastor Oliver Berglund, Gina Antill, Supt. Noel Grisham, Mrs. John Cornforth, Johnette Ledbetter, Bernice Antill, Mrs. D. B. Gregg, The Rev. Bob Watson".
Date: November 7, 1971
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Group of Five Men with Round Rock Historic Marker]

Photograph taken facing east of five men gathered around for a historic marker dedication ceremony for Round Rock in Brushy Creek. They are seen standing with the historic marker, and are identified on the back as, "Left to right: Mayor Dale Hester, Postmaster Martin Parker, Supt. Noel Grisham, The Rev. Bob Watson, The Rev. Oliver Berglund".
Date: November 7, 1971
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Group of People at Trinity College Historic Marker Ceremony]

Photograph of a group of people in formal attire standing outdoors for a historic marker dedication ceremony for Trinity College, with programs in many of their hands. A young man in a striped shirt and blue pants can be seen at the center of the photo facing the camera.
Date: May 28, 1972
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Group Photo from J.A. Nelson & Co. Building Historic Marker Ceremony]

Photograph taken facing west at a historic marker dedication ceremony for the J.A. Nelson & Company building. Handwriting on the back of the photo reads,"Left to right: Mrs. John W. Ledbetter, Mrs. D.B. Gregg, Mrs. John Cornforth, Wayne Bell, Thomas E. Nelson, Jr., J.A. Nelson Building".
Date: 1970
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Group Standing at Round Rock Marker Ceremony]

Photograph taken facing west of several individuals gathered for a historic marker dedication ceremony for Round Rock in Brushy Creek.. A woman in sunglasses an cape styled coat can be seen in the left foreground, while a woman in a blue coat and white hat can be seen to the right. A railroad bridge can be seen in the background and a creek can be seen to the left, beyond the group.
Date: November 7, 1971
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
Historic and Symbolic Aspects of Round Rock Cemetery and Slave Cemetery (open access)

Historic and Symbolic Aspects of Round Rock Cemetery and Slave Cemetery

Two papers combined into one for a university class that together discuss the history of both the Round Rock Cemetery and Slave Cemetery, as well as their layouts, evolution since the 19th century, and the specific graves of Sam Bass, Vander Barbette, and Virginia Masterson. Excerpts from an interview with Joe Lee Johnson, whose father had been a slave, are also included.
Date: 1985
Creator: Bose, Ted John & Herrera, JuliAnne
Object Type: Paper
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of Round Rock, Texas, 1839-1956 (open access)

History of Round Rock, Texas, 1839-1956

Paper documenting information on early settlers, relations with Native Americans, Schools, Churches, and local businesses that were built in Round Rock in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Date: 1956
Creator: Baker, Sabrina Simmons
Object Type: Paper
System: The Portal to Texas History
A History of Round Rock, Texas, to 1879 (open access)

A History of Round Rock, Texas, to 1879

Paper documenting the history of Round Rock, Texas, for a university level histroy class, including coverage of geography, flora, Native American History, European exploration, businesses, educational and religious development, the Sam Bass shootout, and general settlement up until 1879. A bibliography begins on page 41. Notes can be seen from the writer's professor, Dr. Pool, throughout the paper, including at the top of the title page.
Date: July 1955
Creator: Jirasek, Clinton
Object Type: Paper
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of the Palm Valley Lutheran Church (open access)

History of the Palm Valley Lutheran Church

Paper documenting the history of the Palm Valley Lutheran Church from 1836 to 1963, including information on membership, pastors, building programs, the cemetery, school, and notable events. A personal description of the family history of the author and his relation to the church can be seen on the last page.
Date: 1963?
Creator: Behrens, Teddy
Object Type: Paper
System: The Portal to Texas History
History of the Volunteer Fire Department, 1884---1984 (open access)

History of the Volunteer Fire Department, 1884---1984

Paper documenting the history of Round Rock's fire department, including information on equipment, mascots, the Girl Pumper Team, and Robert G. Griffith, a long time educator and resident of Round Rock who served as mayor. Footnotes and a bibliography appear on pages 26 and 27.
Date: January 1984
Creator: Ward, Lerlene Womble
Object Type: Paper
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Home of Andrew J. and Hedvig Nelson]

Photograph taken facing northeast of a two story home with Victorian architectural features that belonged to Andrew J. Nelson. Writing seen on the front mat of the photo possibly reads, "House as Nelson House", while writing on the back states, "Given to Helen Swenson in 1981 by Lucille Krisch, Triggs and Trees Library".
Date: 190X
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Interior of Nelson Hardware and Lumber]

Photograph of the interior of Nelson Hardware and Lumber. Several stoves for sale can be seen in the foreground, and six men and one child can be seen standing in various positions throughout the room. Merchandise lines the walls, and a sign for "Peter's Shells and Cartridges" can be seen in the upper left corner.
Date: 190X
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History