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[News Clip: White House pledge]

Description: B-roll video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story.
Date: June 5, 1981, 10:00 p.m.
Duration: 52 seconds
Creator: KXAS-TV (Television station : Fort Worth, Tex.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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[News Clip: Skyscraper will replace landmark]

Description: Video footage from the WBAP-TV television station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about the construction of a glass skyscraper to replace the Andrews building in downtown Dallas.
Date: June 17, 1953
Duration: 1 minute 04 seconds
Creator: WBAP-TV (Television station : Fort Worth, Tex.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Charlyne Creger and Man at Great Wall]

Description: Photograph of Charlyne Creger and an unidentified man in front of the Great Wall of China with many tourists behind them and mountains visible in the background. Creger is wearing a colorful striped skirt and beads and is holding a container of what appear to be rocks.
Date: June 1985
Partner: National WASP WWII Museum

[News Script: Landmarks to be torn down]

Description: Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a famous Fort Worth landmark scheduled to be torn down to make room for a shopping center. The demolition of the Western Hills Hotel will make way for a drugstore and supermarket.
Date: June 22, 1970, 12:00 p.m.
Creator: WBAP-TV (Television station : Fort Worth, Tex.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Ashbel Smith Building, State Medical College]

Description: Postcard of the Ashbel Smith Building in the State Medical College in Galveston Texas. The illustrated image depicts a red stone building with an oval footprint and buttresses on either side of the entrance in the Romanesque Revival style of architecture. "State Medical College, Galveston, Texas" is printed in the upper right corner of the image. The back of the postcard contains correspondence addressed to "Mr. Clarence D[o]ty Ferris, Texas."
Date: June 19, 1921
Partner: Texas Medical Association

Texas State Preservation Board Strategic Plan: Fiscal Years 2021-2025

Description: The report describe strategic plan of State Preservation Board of Texas in doing preservationof the Texas Governor's Mansion; and operates the Bullock Texas State History Museum and the Texas State Cemetery. The State Preservation Board provides educational programs related to Texas history, government and culture to benefit the citizens of Texas and visitors to the state in 2021-2025
Date: June 1, 2020
Creator: Texas. State Preservation Board.
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

[Timeless Elegance: Capturing Victorian Splendor at Thurber's Old Miners Cabin]

Description: Immerse yourself in the grandeur of yesteryears as the Old Miners Cabin in Thurber, Texas, becomes a stage for Victorian charm. Enthusiasts clad in exquisite period attire gather, freezing moments in time against the backdrop of this ghost town's remains. Once a bustling coal-mining hub with a population reaching 8,000 to 10,000, Thurber's echoes of prosperity resonate in this photograph. Today, its legacy lingers as a testament to history, nestled in the northwest corner of Erath County, seven… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Elegance Amidst Relics: A Glimpse of Thurber's Miner's House]

Description: Step into the past with this captivating photograph capturing a man adorned in a dapper three-piece suit and a timeless hat, striking a pose at the historic Miner's House in Thurber, Texas. Amidst the remnants of this once-thriving coal-mining town, the gentleman stands as a modern-day tribute to an era of refinement and labor. Thurber, now a ghost town, once thrived as a bustling community, and the Miner's House stands as a silent witness to its vibrant history. Nestled in the northwest corner… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Echoes of Elegance: Victorian Splendor at the Old Miners Cabin, Thurber, Texas]

Description: Step into a time capsule of Victorian opulence as history and fashion converge outside the Old Miners Cabin in Thurber, Texas. Adorned in resplendent traditional attire, individuals capture moments reminiscent of a bygone era against the backdrop of this once-thriving coal-mining town. Though now a ghost town, Thurber's vibrant past resonates through this image, harking back to a time when it flourished as the heart of Texas' bituminous-coal industry from 1918 to 1920. The legacy of a populatio… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Unveiling History: Exploring the W.K. Gordon Museum in Thurber, Texas]

Description: Unveil Thurber's rich history at W.K. Gordon Museum, where stories of the past come alive. Delve into interactive exhibits showcasing Thurber's industrial legacy through artifacts and motion films. Wander by reconstructed landmarks, from the grand opera house to the iconic Snake Saloon. Nestled in the ghost town's heart, this museum preserves Texas' industrial heritage, bridging generations.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Rediscovering History: Unveiling Thurber's Legacy at W.K. Gordon Museum]

Description: Immerse yourself in the past at W.K. Gordon Museum, a gateway to Thurber's vibrant heritage. Engage with interactive exhibits, from artifacts to captivating motion films, weaving the tale of the town's industrial saga. Wander through reconstructed landmarks like the grand opera house and iconic Snake Saloon. Embraced by Thurber's ghostly whispers, this museum preserves Texas' industrial essence, fostering a timeless connection between eras.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Echoes of the Past: W.K. Gordon Museum, Thurber Time Travel]

Description: Embark on a captivating journey at W.K. Gordon Museum, Thurber's time capsule. Engage with interactive exhibits, from artifacts to motion films, unraveling the town's industrial tapestry. Stroll past meticulously reconstructed landmarks, including the grand opera house and legendary Snake Saloon. Nestled within Thurber's ghostly embrace, this museum preserves Texas' industrial narrative, connecting generations through history's threads.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Ezekiel Cullen House: A Timeless Gem of Greek Revival Architecture in San Augustine, Texas]

Description: The Ezekiel Cullen House, a distinguished property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, stands as a testament to Greek Revival architecture. Commissioned by Ezekiel Cullen and completed in 1839 by Augustus Phelps, this grand residence boasts a single-story central hall flanked by elegant rooms on each side. Thanks to the dedicated restoration efforts by Raiford Stripling and the generous donation by Hugh Roy Cullen, the house is now cherished by the Ezekiel Cullen Chapter of the … more
Date: June 1994
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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