First volume of a book describing all aspects of the history of Travis County and Austin, Texas. These three chapters describe the geography, climate, and boundaries of the area, the native tribes living in the area, and the exploration of the area by Spanish explorers.
The Travis County Historical Commission was established in 1963, enabled by the Texas Legislature, which provided the framework for such commissions in every county. The Commission was originally called the Travis County Historical Survey Committee and updated the name in 1972 to better describe its mission.
Added Title:
Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin: Chapter 1. Description of the Country
Added Title:
Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin: Chapter 2. Indian Tribes
Added Title:
Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin: Chapter 3. First Explorers and Early Customs
Description
First volume of a book describing all aspects of the history of Travis County and Austin, Texas. These three chapters describe the geography, climate, and boundaries of the area, the native tribes living in the area, and the exploration of the area by Spanish explorers.
Physical Description
[175] p. ; 28 cm.
Notes
"Chapters I** III."
This volume has the name "Amelia Williams" typed on the title page and handwritten elsewhere at the front of the book.
Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin (From the Earliest Times to the Close of 1875): Index, ark:/67531/metapth841229
Collections
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Rescuing Texas History, 2015
This compilation of newspapers, photographs, and other materials provides a glimpse into the diverse people and fascinating places that have contributed to the growth of Texas.
Brown, Frank.Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin (From the Earliest Times to the Close of 1875): Volume 1,
book,
Date Unknown;
(https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth841216/:
accessed May 26, 2024),
University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu;
crediting Travis County Historical Commission.