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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

Oral History Interview with Aime Frank Real, August 16, 2000

Description: Interview with Aime Frank Real, a rancher and the great-grandson of one of the original Kerr County settlers, from Kerrville, Texas. Mr. Real discusses his family history, his family's ranching work, his personal experience with sheep ranching, organized hunting in Kerr County, and local ranchers' attempts to remedy problems with screwworms and eagles. He briefly mentions Kerrville's German Club.
Date: August 16, 2000
Creator: Snodgrass, Clarabelle; Bethel, Ann & Real, Aime Frank
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission

Historic Plaque, Shackelford County

Description: Photograph of a historic plaque in Albany, Texas. It reads: "Shackelford County. First inhabited by nomadic Indian tribes, Shackelford County was created in 1858 and named for Dr. John Shackelford (1790-1857). The first permanent Anglo-American settlers in this area included J. C. Lynch (1828-1912), a native of Ireland who moved here in 1858; W. H. Ledbetter (1833-84), who arrived in 1859 and later started the Ledbetter Salt Works; T. E. Jackson (b.1820), a merchant who settled in the northern … more
Date: April 14, 2006
Creator: Belden, Dreanna L.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.72329229762032 -99.29718626885739
Partner: UNT Libraries
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Oral History Interview with Don Eugene Lock, September 14, 2000

Description: Interview with Don Eugene Lock, a rancher and pressman from Kerr County, Texas. The interview includes his stories of growing up on ranches, working for the Mountain Sun newspaper for 35 years, and eventually owning his own ranch.
Date: September 14, 2000
Duration: 1 hour 42 minutes 13 seconds
Creator: Lock, Don Eugene; Snodgrass, Clarabelle & Bethel, Ann
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission

[Embrace the Legacy: Exploring Rocking R--Rahm Ranch]

Description: Step into an enchanting world as you venture into Rocking R--Rahm Ranch through its captivating gateway. This 48-feet long masterpiece, meticulously designed by Mrs. Rahm in collaboration with skilled artisan Jack McCartney, stands as a testament to the ranch's rich history and cherished traditions. Adorned with names and brands representing the ranch's legacy since 1901, the gateway invites you to delve into the heart of this timeless heritage. Marvel at the intricate metal scenes, beautifully… more
Date: 2007~
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Discover the Timeless Legacy: Rocking R--Rahm Ranch]

Description: Step into a world of enchantment as you cross the threshold of Rocking R--Rahm Ranch through its captivating gateway. Crafted with meticulous artistry by Mrs. Rahm and Jack McCartney, this 48-feet long masterpiece pays homage to the ranch's rich history and cherished traditions since its inception in 1901. Adorned with names and brands that have stood the test of time, the gateway beckons visitors to embark on a journey of exploration through the heart of this storied heritage. Witness the intr… more
Date: 2007~
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Gateway to Legacy: Exploring Rocking R--Rahm Ranch]

Description: Step into a world of enchantment as you enter Rocking R--Rahm Ranch through its captivating gateway. This 48-feet long masterpiece, crafted by skilled maker Jack McCartney in collaboration with Mrs. Rahm, is a stunning tribute to the ranch's rich history and cherished traditions. Admire the names and brands that have graced the ranch since 1901, preserving its legacy for generations. Marvel at the intricate metal scenes, beautifully depicting the diverse wildlife that thrives in harmony on this… more
Date: 2007~
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Oral History Interview with Helen Louise Dietert Orr, September 9, 2001

Description: Interview with Helen Louise Dietert Orr from Kerrville, Texas. The interview includes stories of growing up on her grandfather's ranch and eventually living on her own ranch with her husband.
Date: September 9, 2001
Duration: 1 hour 43 minutes 24 seconds
Creator: Orr, Helen Louise Dietert; Craig, Brenda & Bethel, Ann
Item Type: Refine your search to only Sound
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission
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Oral History Interview with Jack L. Groff, October 12, 2000

Description: Interview with Jack L. Groff, a rancher from Kerr County, Texas. The interview includes discussion of his past activities in the sheep and goat raising industry and his current duties as president of the Mohair Council of America and as a consultant and wool and mohair specialist.
Date: October 12, 2000
Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 14 seconds
Creator: Groff, Jack L.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission
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Oral History Interview with George Allen and Mary Virginia Stevens Holekamp, September 27, 2000

Description: Interview with George Allen and Mary Virginia Stevens Holekamp, a couple from Kerrville, Texas. The interview includes their stories of both the Holekamp and Stevens families, as well as the couple's ranching and community activities.
Date: September 27, 2000
Duration: 41 minutes 56 seconds
Creator: Bethel, Ann; Holekamp, George Allen; Holekamp, Mary Virginia Stevens & Snodgrass, Clarabelle
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission
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Oral History Interview with Waldean McDougall Groff, February 15, 2001

Description: Interview with Waldean McDougall Groff, a dance teacher and wife of a rancher From Kerrville, Texas. The interview includes her stories of participating in the National Wool Growers Association and Texas Sheep & Goat Raisers, as well as touring the U.S. as the director of the National Make-It-With-Wool organization, headquartered in Kerrville.
Date: February 15, 2001
Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes 39 seconds
Creator: Bethel, Ann; Snodgrass, Clarabelle & Groff, Waldean McDougall
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission
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Oral History Interview with J. M. Auld, Jr., February 26, 2001

Description: Interview with J. M. Auld, Jr., a rancher from Kerrville, Texas. The interview includes his stories of his grandparents and the stories he heard from them, as well as his own stories of life as a rancher.
Date: February 26, 2001
Duration: 1 hour 34 minutes 47 seconds
Creator: Bethel, Ann; Snodgrass, Clarabelle & Auld, J. M., Jr.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: Kerr County Historical Commission
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