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Oral History Interview with Walt Parker, February 4, 1970

Description: Interview with Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives Walt Parker, who is also a builder and farmer-rancher from Denton, Texas. In the interview, Parker describes details from his childhood and early years. He recounts his personal views and experiences as a member of the Sixty-first Legislature, and includes comments on Governor Preston Smith. Parker also discusses his personal views on issues including revenue legislation, the influence of lobbyists, state minimum wage law, t… more
Date: February 4, 1970
Creator: Marcello, Ronald E. & Parker, Walt
Partner: UNT Oral History Program

[Historic Marker Application: Washington Bower]

Description: Application materials submitted to the Texas Historical Commission requesting a historic marker for the Washington Bower, in Taylor, Texas. The materials include the inscription text of the marker, original application, narrative, and photographs.
Date: November 4, 1970
Creator: Texas Historical Commission
Partner: Texas Historical Commission
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