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Historic plaque - Stagecoach Stand

Description: Photograph of a historic plaque in Clarksville, Texas. It reads: "Stagecoach Stand, C. S. A. Across the street from this site, and facing the county courthouse which was later (1885) torn down, the Donoho Hotel and State Stand operated during the Civil War, 1861-65. Travel in those years was heavy, soldiers arriving in Texas from Arkansas, Indian Territory or elsewhere would catch the stage here for home. Many called by to give news to the Clarksville "Standard", one of fewer than 20 Texas papeā€¦ more
Date: October 10, 2005
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Partner: UNT Libraries

Spring-Seat

Description: Patent for a spring seat for wagons designed to absorb sudden shocks or vibrations caused by rough terrain in order to ensure that the driver or occupant is safe. Illustrations included.
Date: February 22, 1910
Creator: Speir, William B.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department
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