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[Herd of Mules]

Description: Photograph of a herd of mules being driven by the U.S. military during the Punitive Expedition. Two soldiers are driving two automobiles alongside the mules, keeping them in line. Four individuals can be seen amongst the herd, keeping order. Each mule is carrying a load upon its back.
Date: 1916~
Creator: Aultman, Otis A., 1874-1943

Historical Sketch of Aoy School

Description: Booklet providing background of the Aoy School in El Paso, including brief biographical information about the founder, Olivas Villanueva Aoy, as well as information about the location and building, teachers and principals, and other general information about the history from the founding through 1949.
Date: April 27, 1951
Creator: Schaer, Bertha Archer

History of the Schools and Churches, El Paso, Texas

Description: Booklet intended to provide information for prospective El Paso residents about the churches and schools in the city. It provides a brief sketch of each location with a photo, a history of its organization and establishment, and pastors or teachers working at the location. The book also has advertising from local businesses.
Date: 1903

[The Hitchin' Post]

Description: Photograph of the Hitchin' Post, an automotive mechanic and gas station. It is a single-story building with stucco walls and a tile roof. Nine men are standing in front of the building. Three fuel pumps stand on the lot, and several cars are parked around the building. Railroad tracks and city buildings are visible in the background.
Date: unknown
Creator: Blumenthal, Harry

[Holding Pens]

Description: Photograph of dozens of men saddling their horses in a holding pen. The men have large packs strapped to their horses in preparation for a long trip. Most of the men appear to be armed for a battle. Accompanying information states: "With their horses having rested and the men resupplied with food and ammunitions [sic], this group of men prepares to ride off to battle."
Date: 191X

[Home in South El Paso]

Description: Photograph of a two story brick building with wooden stairs and balcony. A young man and a boy that appears to crying can be seen standing underneath the balcony area. A clothesline full of clothes drying can be seen hanging from above, and bicycle can be seen parked to the left.
Date: 1978?

[The Home League: Blood & Fire]

Description: Photograph of six gentlemen and three ladies standing beside a table with board games. The table has the flag propped up on it, the flag says, "The Home League: Blood & Fire." The photograph is taken at the beginning of a social event at the Salvation Army.
Date: unknown
Creator: Blumenthal, Harry

[Honoring the Dead]

Description: Photograph of a Military Funeral Detail. In this photograph, full Military Funeral Honors are being presented to some of the Soldiers that were struck down during the March 9, 1916 raid on Columbus, New Mexico. These coffins are being prepared for transportation by railroad car.
Date: [1910..1920]
Creator: Aultman, Otis A., 1874-1943

[Horned Toad of the Southwest]

Description: The postcard's title is "Horned Toad of the Southwest". The image displays someone's right hand lifting a horned toad into frame. Also known as the Texas Horned Lizard, this creature was designated as the official Texas State reptile in 1993.
Date: [1910..1920]
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921

[Horse and Wagon at a Trough]

Description: Photo negative a horse attached to a small wagon while it drinks from a bowl-shaped water trough. A man sits in the wagon under a canvas roof. A sign behind the water trough points to the left toward Dallas and Pecos. A tourist lodge is visible in the background.
Date: unknown

[Horses Grazing]

Description: Photograph of horses grazing in a valley, out in the desert. Revolutionists are amongst the horses, keeping watch. Saddles and personal belongings are on the ground.
Date: [1910..1920]
Creator: Aultman, Otis A., 1874-1943

[Hot Spring Native Americans]

Description: Photograph of a group of Native Americans at Indian Hot Springs in southern Texas. The photographer wrote, "Natives at #2 spring. Indian Hot Springs. Sierra Blanca Tex." The photographer also wrote "Indians of N. A." on the back of the photograph.
Date: unknown
Creator: Aultman, Otis A., 1874-1943
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