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From Slave to Statesman: The Legacy of Joshua Houston, Servant to Sam Houston

Description: This biography discusses the life of Joshua Houston starting at around twelve years of age until his death in 1902. The text includes commentary on the historical context of his life and anecdotal accounts. Index starts on page 259.
Date: 1993
Creator: Prather, Patricia Smith, 1943- & Monday, Jane Clements, 1941-
Partner: UNT Press

History of Negro Soldiers in the Spanish-American War, and Other Items of Interest.

Description: Book describing the causes of the Spanish American War, the incident with the Battleship Maine, African Americans in the Navy, African Americans on San Juan Hill, Roosevelt, McKinley, Buffalo Soldiers, African American officers and regiments. General themes include civil rights and prejudice.
Date: 1899
Creator: Johnson, Edward A. (Edward Austin), 1860-1944
Partner: Other

Norris Wright Cuney: A Tribune of the Black People

Description: Biography of Norris Wright Cuney, a lawyer, politician, inspector of customs, revenue inspector, and Galveston alderman, in addition to organizing the Screwman's Benevolent Association.
Date: 1913
Creator: Hare, Maud Cuney
Partner: UNT Libraries

Black Leaders: Texans for Their Times

Description: Compilation of essays about black leaders in Texas who made significant contributions within their communities or the state. The introduction and essays include commentary and context provided by the editors. Index starts on page 223.
Date: 2007
Creator: Barr, Alwyn & Calvert, Robert A.
Partner: Texas State Historical Association

[Scrapbook: The San Antonio Chapter of the Links, Inc.]

Description: Scrapbook of items compiled by the San Antonio, Texas chapter of Links, Inc. including newspaper clippings, booklets, event programs, postcards, and other items related to the activities of the organization.
Date: 1975~
Creator: Links, Inc. San Antonio Chapter.
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections

Warriors of Color

Description: This text is a compilation of genealogical information regarding 63 African-American "Buffalo Soldiers" enlisted in the U.S. Army. The entries include biographical notes, timelines, and transcripts of documents related to service in the military and life afterward. Index starts on page 520.
Date: 1995
Creator: Sayre, Harold Ray
Partner: UNT Libraries

History of Negro Soldiers in the Spanish-American War, and Other Items of Interest.

Description: Book describing the causes of the Spanish American War, the incident with the Battleship Maine, African Americans in the Navy, African Americans on San Juan Hill, Roosevelt, McKinley, Buffalo Soldiers, African American officers and regiments. General themes include civil rights and prejudice.
Date: 2017
Creator: Johnson, Edward A. (Edward Austin), 1860-1944
Partner: Other

[Booklet: I Remember]

Description: Booklet commemorating the 'I Remember' exhibition which honored the March on Washington in 1963. The booklet includes letters from notable individuals, as well as a history of the African American Civil Rights movement and a catalog of artwork exhibited.
Date: 1993
Creator: Junior Black Academy of Arts and Letters
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[1996 Black Living Legends]

Description: The 1996 booklet about the Dallas Black Living Legends exhibition. The booklet details the exhibition event and features the Living Legends being recognized.
Date: 1995/1996
Creator: Junior Black Academy of Arts and Letters.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

1989-90 Black Business Directory [Austin, Texas]

Description: Directory listing contact information for businesses, contractors, and vendors in Austin that are Black owned and managed, along with information about the city and planning conventions, with local advertising. Information is categorized by the type of service and includes a name, address, and phone number, along with other information about the business.
Date: 1988
Creator: Capital City Chamber of Commerce
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Program: Prairie View Interscholastic League Coaches Association Banquet, 2009]

Description: Program for the 30th annual Prairie View Interscholastic League Coaches Association, Inc. banquet held on July 18, 2009, including information about the order of events, biographical information about the Hall of Honor and Hall of Fame inductees for the year, background regarding the organization and athletics in Prairie View, and advertisements form local businesses.
Date: 2009
Creator: Prairie View Interscholastic League Coaches Association, Inc.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

A Biography of Dr. Warren Sidney Brent, 1897-1966

Description: Autobiographical narrative describing the life of Dr. Warren Sidney Brent, a Baptist minister who served at six churches in Texas. It provides background about his life, education, family, and work. It also includes the text of several sermons.
Date: August 28, 1968
Creator: Brent, Warren Sidney & Kirk, Irene Collins
Partner: Mount Horeb Baptist Church Library

Douglass High School, 1895-1956

Description: Book outlining the history of Douglass High School in El Paso, with photos and biographical sketches of teachers and alumni: "This is a booklet covering some of the events and people of the Black community of El Paso. An attempt to capture from words and old photographs a few of the lasting impressions of some incidents which will always be remembered of Douglass High School" (p. 3).
Date: 1981
Location: 31.754339 -106.483482
Partner: El Paso Public Library

[College Avenue Missionary Baptist Church Minutes of Deacons' Meetings]

Description: Book containing events and minutes from deacon meetings at College Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. These include topics such as church politics, events, and financial issues. Typed pages, drawings, and a receipt have been inserted into the book.
Date: November 1952
Creator: College Avenue Missionary Baptist Church
Partner: Carrollton Public Library

Church Minute Book

Description: Book containing minutes from deacons' and community meetings of a church. Topics include church politics, membership, staff recommendations, and financial issues.
Date: January 1978
Partner: Carrollton Public Library

[Union Missionary Baptist Church Minutes, 1936-1941]

Description: Book containing events and minutes from meetings at Union Missionary Baptist Church. These include topics such as church politics, the preacher and topic on a given day, and financial issues.
Date: May 1941
Creator: Union Missionary Baptist Church
Partner: Carrollton Public Library

[Union Missionary Baptist Church Roll and Record Book]

Description: Book containing an alphabetical member roll of the Union Missionary Baptist Church. Names are arranged alphabetically and include information about how and when some members were received and dismissed. Reception letters can be found in the back of the book.
Date: 1935~
Creator: Union Missionary Baptist Church
Partner: Carrollton Public Library
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