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Pioneering in Southwest Texas

Essay discussing Frank S. Gray's book, "Pioneering in Southwest Texas" and criticizing Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal programs.

Date: [1933..1938]

Partner: The Williamson Museum

[Biographical Sketch of Manuel Orgain]

Biographical summary of Manuel Orgain, a "Negro cowman" who drove freight wagons and herded cattle and livestock through several trails across Texas, and to other states. It recounts several specific events, including a story about the 1869 flood on the San Gabriel River, and other storms.

Date: 1948

Partner: The Williamson Museum

The Round Rock

Paper documenting the history of the "Round Rock", or "Old Rock", located in Brushy Creek and from which the town of Round Rock, Texas took its name in 1854. The report includes descriptions of the Texas landscape and unique geography of the area.

Date: 1971?

Creator: Ledbetter, Mrs. John W. & Gregg, Mrs. D. B.

Partner: Round Rock Public Library