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Historic plaque - Nolan County

Description: Photograph of a historic plaque in Sweetwater, Texas. It reads: "Nomadic Indians crossed this region before Anglo-American pioneers arrived here in the 1870s. The first settlers were buffalo hunters such as I. S. (Tuck) Focht, who later became a rancher and businessman, and cattlemen such as Confederate veteran John R. Lewis. Created in 1876, Nolan County was one of 54 counties carved from Bexar Territory. It was named for Philip Nolan (1771 - 1801), an Irish-born adventurer who came to Texas t… more
Date: August 7, 2005
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.4725756608101 -100.40798283832049
Partner: UNT Libraries

79th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, House Joint Resolution 54

Description: Joint resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate proposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas rail relocation and improvement fund and authorizing grants of money and issuance of obligations for financing the relocation, construction, reconstruction, acquisition, improvement, rehabilitation, and expansion of certain rail facilities.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Texas. Legislature. House of Representatives.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Legislative Document
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

[Thurber research]

Description: Research for an article about Thurber, Texas that was published in the June 2005 issue of Texas Highways magazine.
Date: 2005-06~
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Brownwood Sante Fe Passenger Depot, Historic Plaque

Description: Photograph of a historic plaque at the Brownwood Sante Fe Passenger Depot. It reads: "Railroad construction began in Brown County in 1884, and the first train arrived in Brownwood in 1885. This depot was designed by Jarvis Hunt of Chicago and built in 1909 by the Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe Railway Company. It accommodated traffic from a major rail junction between California and Texas and led to increased regional development. Passenger train usage peaked during World War II as 15 trains came … more
Date: August 1, 2005
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 31.716778009814295 -98.97975499999995
Partner: UNT Libraries

Dallas seminars motivate big rail ridership

Description: News release about the role DART Rail and the TRE played in boosting membership at the "Get Motivated!" seminars at the American Airlines Center and Reunion Arena, which mutually benefited DART and TRE ridership, leading to record levels of ridership on the TRE.
Date: March 10, 2005
Creator: Lyons, Morgan & Maxwell, Richard
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)

Texas Rail System Plan

Description: This plan addresses the Texas Rail System Plan (TRSP). The TRSP provides the plan to implement commuter and freight rail improvements that keep pace with economic growth. It covers issues such as infrastructure, public need, and long-range planning.
Date: October 2005
Creator: Texas. Department of Transportation.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Report
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
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
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
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Melodies of the Past: Cowboy Band Serenade at Thurber's Vintage Cafe]

Description: Transport yourself to a bygone era captured in this enchanting photograph. A charismatic cowboy band takes center stage, serenading patrons at an old-world cafe in Thurber. Amidst the rustic charm, two couples are swept away by the music, dancing in each other's arms. The captivating scene encapsulates the fusion of timeless melodies, historic ambience, and joyful moments, painting a vivid vignette of Thurber's enduring allure.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Smokestack Restaurant: Where History and Flavor Converge]

Description: Step into history at Smokestack Restaurant, Thurber's culinary gem since 1971. Once housed in Thurber's original drugstore, now reborn within the historic Texas & Pacific Mercantile building, we pay homage to the town's past. Our name honors a towering smokestack that powered Thurber, while our cuisine delights modern palates. Visit us in downtown Thurber, where time-honored bricks and flavors entwine.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.508120 -98.417082
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
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
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
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.504437 -98.414439
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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