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Folk Travelers: Ballads, Tales and Talk

Description: This volume of the Publications of the Texas Folklore Society contains popular folklore of Texas and Mexico, including traveling anecdotes, folk ballads, folklore in natural history, as well as information about black and white magic, Western animals, and cattle brands. The index begins on page 259.
Date: 1953
Creator: Texas Folklore Society
Partner: UNT Press

And Horns on the Toads

Description: Volume of folk stories and tall tales about the horned toad and other Texas folklore. The index begins on page 235.
Date: 1959
Creator: Boatright, Mody Coggin
Partner: UNT Press

Madstones and Twisters

Description: Collection information about weather, plant and animal lore in Texas and Mexico. It also discusses folk remedies, folktales about tornadoes, information about prairie dogs, and ghost stories.
Date: 1958
Creator: Boatright, Mody Coggin
Partner: UNT Press

Mesquite and Willow

Description: Collection of Texas, Spanish and Mexican folklore, including legends, child ballads, folk tales, folk songs, tall tales, information about home remedies, and other folklore.
Date: 1957
Creator: Boatright, Mody Coggin
Partner: UNT Press

Texas Surgeon: an Autobiography

Description: This autobiographical account of Dr. Donald Taylor Atkinson tells "the story of the life of a world-renowned doctor who overcame tremendous financial obstacles in order to gain an education" (vii). The author chronicles his family's history, his upbringing in Canada, as well as his journey towards becoming a surgeon in Texas.
Date: 1958
Creator: Atkinson, Donald Taylor
Partner: University of Texas Health Science Center Libraries

[Texas Society, Sons of the American Revolution (TXSSAR) Membership Records: 881-996]

Description: Compiled membership records for the Texas Society of the Sons of the American Revolution from April 1, 1951 through March 31, 1953 (member numbers 881 through 996). The materials include original applications and supporting documentation that accompanied the paperwork.
Date: 1951-04-01/1953-03-31
Creator: Sons of the American Revolution. Texas Society.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

West Texas County Histories

Description: A compilation of a "local history bibliography for District III (T. L. A.) area" presented by county (p. 1).
Date: 1954
Creator: Connor, Seymour V.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

[Kempner Scrapbook 1951-1953]

Description: Scrapbook documenting Kempner family, starting with an envelope containing Daniel Kempner Thorne's baby's hair from his first haircut. It includes newspaper clippings, letterheads, passage tickets, memos, and other ephemera.
Date: 1951~/1953~
Partner: Rosenberg Library

Cynthia Ann Parker

Description: Book examining the story of Cynthia Ann Parker, captured at age nine by Comanche Indians. This study looks at her life during her time with the Comanches, including her marriage to Peta Nocona, and her subsequent recapture by white soldiers when she was thirty-four.
Date: 1959
Creator: Jackson, Grace
Partner: UNT Libraries

Adobe Walls Bride: The Story of Billy and Olive King Dixon

Description: Story of the lives of Billy and Olive King Dixon in the Texas Panhandle from recollections and historical research. This book covers their marriage, parenthood, home building, etc. in the Texas Panhandle. Index begins on page 275.
Date: 1955
Creator: McCarty, John L. 1901-1974
Partner: UNT Libraries

Merchant to the Republic

Description: Biographical account of the Dieterich Family's life in Texas from around 1834 to 1860, including details concerning the Santa Fe Expedition. Index begins on page 207.
Date: 1958
Creator: Bonham, Dora Dieterich, 1902-
Partner: UNT Libraries

Her Name Was Ann: A Pioneer Teacher in Texas

Description: Story of Ann Thompson Morriss, born in Mississippi, who moved to Texas with her family in 1848. The book covers the family's arrival to America through Morriss's life and teaching career in the state.
Date: 1951
Creator: Morriss, Annie Mae
Partner: UNT Libraries

Education of Women in Texas

Description: Study of the history of women's education in Texas. This work discusses the foundations of education in Texas and the factors that influenced the growth of women's education within the state. The index begins on page 179.
Date: 1957
Creator: Aiken, Wreathy Price
Partner: UNT Libraries

Through the Years: Reminiscences of Pioneer Days on the Texas Border

Description: Biographical account of the Kelsey Family's arrival to Texas and their adoption of Hannah Rebecca Allen. The book spans the time period from their arrival through World War One. Index begins on page 177.
Date: 1952
Creator: Kelsey, Anna Marietta, 1863-
Partner: UNT Libraries

Bailey's Light: Saga of Brit Bailey and Other Hardy Pioneers

Description: Book highlighting the life and times of James Britton Bailey, who first came to Texas in 1818. This work covers his interactions with Stephen F. Austin, and his journeys through the Civil War and Reconstruction. Index starts on page 131.
Date: 1950
Creator: Golson, Josephine Polley
Partner: UNT Libraries

Alone by the Sea: The Story of Jane Wilkinson Long, Mother of Texas

Description: Historical narrative of the live of Jane Wilkinson Long, wife of James Long who led a filibustering attempt into Texas in 1819. This work covers her early marriage life in Louisiana and her subsequent life in Texas.
Date: 1951
Creator: Moore, Effie Missouria Pitchford
Partner: UNT Libraries

Philosophical Society of Texas, Proceedings of the Annual Meeting: 1952

Description: Proceedings of the annual meeting of the Philosophical Society of Texas held on December 6, 1952, including a list of attendees, text of addresses, changes to membership, and biographical information about members who have passed. Texas A&M Philosophy was discussed.
Date: 1953
Creator: Philosophical Society of Texas
Partner: Philosophical Society of Texas

The Healer of Los Olmos and Other Mexican Lore

Description: Collection of Texas and Mexican folklore, including folktales, Mexican folk remedies, and stories about Don Pedrito Jaramillo, who was the Curandero of Los Olmos. The index begins on page 137.
Date: 1951
Creator: Texas Folklore Society
Partner: UNT Press

Texas Folk Songs

Description: Collection of musical scores, including Anglo-American love songs, ballads, comic songs, spirituals and party songs, as well as Afro-American spirituals and secular songs. The index begins on page 187.
Date: 1950
Creator: Owens, William A.
Partner: UNT Press

Life and Adventures of Ben Thompson the Famous Texan.

Description: This book is a biography of Ben Thompson, "Including a detailed and authentic statement of his birth, history and adventures by one who has known him since a child" (from the title page). The original of this item includes an insert from The Steck Company giving a brief overview of the history of the book (number of copies published, prices, etc.).
Date: 1956
Creator: Walton, W. M.
Partner: Austin History Center, Austin Public Library

Ghost Towns of Texas

Description: This book gives an overview of ghost towns in the state of Texas. Many of the towns are described with extended histories while others are simply noted with a statement of their locations. The book is split into four parts, according to the table of contents: Part I -- Utopia (La Reunion, Kristenstad, Bettina, Sisterdale, Panna Maria); Part II -- Religious Havens (Zodiac, Burning Bush, Kelsey, Marietta, Fairchilds); Part III -- Industrial Meccas (Thurber, Minera, Trinity City, Salado, Gibtown… more
Date: 1953
Creator: King, Dick
Partner: UNT Libraries
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