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A Dictionary of the Atakapa Language: Accompanied by Text Material

Volume contains all the Atakapa linguistic material known to be in existence in 1932. Includes nine Atakapa texts with English translations, an Atakapa-English dictionary, and an index to the Atakapa dictionary.

Date: 2013

Creator: Gatschet, Albert S. (Albert Samuel), 1832-1907 & Swanton, John Reed, 1873-1958

Item Type: Book

Illustrations of the Birds of California, Texas, Oregon, British and Russian America

Re-print of a field guide to different species of birds in North America, including illustrations of some birds, also listed in Appendix II. Index begins on page 293.

Date: 2017

Creator: Cassin, John, 1813-1869

Item Type: Book

The Indian Papers of Texas and the Southwest 1825-1916: Volume 1

Re-print of a historical compilation of Native American papers in the American Southwest region; this volume documents 1825-1843. Index begins on page 289.

Date: 2017

Creator: Winfrey, Dorman H. & Day, James M.

Item Type: Book

The Indian Papers of Texas and the Southwest 1825-1916: Volume 2

Re-print of a historical compilation of Native American papers in the American Southwest region from 1825 to 1916. Index begins on page 443.

Date: 2017

Creator: Winfrey, Dorman H. & Day, James M.

Item Type: Book

The Indian Papers of Texas and the Southwest 1825-1916: Volume 3

Re-print of a historical compilation of Native American papers in the American Southwest region from 1825 to 1916. Index begins on page 359.

Date: 2017

Creator: Winfrey, Dorman H. & Day, James M.

Item Type: Book

The Indian Papers of Texas and the Southwest 1825-1916: Volume 4

Re-print of a historical compilation of Native American papers in the American Southwest region from 1825 to 1916. Index begins on page 459.

Date: 2017

Creator: Winfrey, Dorman H. & Day, James M.

Item Type: Book

The Indian Papers of Texas and the Southwest 1825-1916: Volume 5

Re-print of a historical compilation of Native American papers in the American Southwest region from 1825 to 1916. Index begins on page 395.

Date: 2017

Creator: Winfrey, Dorman H. & Day, James M.

Item Type: Book

The Journey of Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca and His Companions From Florida to the Pacific, 1528-1536

Translation of the original narrative by Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca, about his trip across North America, as well as historical notes and supporting documentation, such as other personal accounts.

Date: 2017

Creator: Núñez Cabeza de Vaca, Alvar, active 16th century & Bandelier, Adolph Francis Alphonse, 1840-1914

Item Type: Book

The Journey of Coronado, 1540-1542, from the City of Mexico to the Grand Canon of the Colorado and the Buffalo Plains of Texas, Kansas and Nebraska

Compilation of translated texts describing the explorations of Coronado and his companions as they traveled in Central American and parts of present-day United States, with some supplementary historical notes for context.

Date: 2017

Creator: Winship, George Parker, 1871-1952

Item Type: Book

The Journeys of Rene Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, Volume 2

Second volume of biographical accounts related to the explorations of René Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle in North America including memoirs, accounts, and narratives of his discovery and exploration down the Mississippi River.

Date: 2017

Creator: Cox, Isaac Joslin

Item Type: Book

Life and Adventures Of "Billy" Dixon, of Adobe Walls, Texas Panhandle

Biography of Billy Dixon detailing his life on the Texas frontier and his part in the fight at Adobe Walls (1874), based on his personal narratives.

Date: 2017

Creator: Dixon, Billy

Item Type: Book

Life and Adventures of Sam Bass, The Notorious Union Pacific and Texas Train Robber

Biographical sketch of Sam Bass with an emphasis on his time as a train robber.

Date: 2017

Item Type: Book

A Pictorial History of Texas, From the Earliest Visits of European Adventurers, to A.D. 1879.

Illustrated history of Texas, organized into ten sections: [1] General Description of the Country, [2] Texas Under Spanish Domination, 1695--1820, [3] Colonization Under Mexican Domination, 1820--1834, [4] The Revolution, [5] The Republic, From 1837 to 1846, [6] Texas as a State, from 1847 to 1878, [7] Indians, [8] Biographies, [9] History -- Counties, and [10] Miscellaneous Items.

Date: 2017

Creator: Thrall, Homer S., 1819-1894

Item Type: Book

A Texas Scrap-Book: Made up of the History, Biography, and Miscellany of Texas and its People

Re-print of a historical and biographical account of the earl history of Texas until around 1846; the book is divided into four parts: historical, biography, miscellany, and statistical. Index begins on page 659.

Date: 2017

Creator: Baker, D. W. C. (De Witt Clinton), 1832-1881

Item Type: Book

To Become a Texian: The Letters and Journeys of Caroline Cox Morgan and Her Family, 1839-1857

Edited collection of transcribed letters written to and from Caroline Cox Morgan with the addition of contextual information and notes about the family history. Index starts on page 172.

Date: 2017

Creator: Peel, Ann Macklin & Morgan, Caroline Cox

Item Type: Book

Wood County, 1850-1900

This text gives an overview of Wood County, Texas from roughly 1850 to 1900. It includes historical sketches of various aspects of life in the county as well as anecdotes. Genealogical information and documentation are also included for pioneer families in the area.

Date: 2017

Creator: Wood County Historical Society

Item Type: Book

Adobe Walls Bride: The Story of Billy and Olive King Dixon

Story of the lives of Billy and Olive King Dixon in the Texas Panhandle from recollections and historical research. This book covers their marriage, parenthood, home building, etc. in the Texas Panhandle. Index begins on page 275.

Date: 2018

Creator: McCarty, John L. 1901-1974

Item Type: Book

Alone by the Sea: The Story of Jane Wilkinson Long, Mother of Texas

Historical narrative of the live of Jane Wilkinson Long, wife of James Long who led a filibustering attempt into Texas in 1819. This work covers her early marriage life in Louisiana and her subsequent life in Texas.

Date: 2018

Creator: Moore, Effie Missouria Pitchford

Item Type: Book

Bailey's Light: Saga of Brit Bailey and Other Hardy Pioneers

Book highlighting the life and times of James Britton Bailey, who first came to Texas in 1818. This work covers his interactions with Stephen F. Austin, and his journeys through the Civil War and Reconstruction. Index starts on page 131.

Date: 2018

Creator: Golson, Josephine Polley

Item Type: Book

A Bride on the Old Chisholm Trail in 1886

Tales of Mrs. Mary Taylor Burton's experience on the Old Chisholm Trail and living on a ranch with her husband in the southwest.

Date: 2018

Creator: Bunton, Mary Taylor

Item Type: Book

Circus: Cinders to Sawdust

Book discussing the history of the circus in American history, and the contributions it made to American society. Index begins on page 262.

Date: 2018

Creator: O'Brien, Esse Forrester

Item Type: Book

Cynthia Ann Parker

Book examining the story of Cynthia Ann Parker, captured at age nine by Comanche Indians. This study looks at her life during her time with the Comanches, including her marriage to Peta Nocona, and her subsequent recapture by white soldiers when she was thirty-four.

Date: 2018

Creator: Jackson, Grace

Item Type: Book

Education of Women in Texas

Study of the history of women's education in Texas. This work discusses the foundations of education in Texas and the factors that influenced the growth of women's education within the state. The index begins on page 179.

Date: 2018

Creator: Aiken, Wreathy Price

Item Type: Book

Elizabeth Mcanulty Owens: The Story of Her Life

Reminiscences from Elizabeth Owens' daughters discussing her life and the history of the town of Victoria, Texas.

Date: 2018

Creator: Owens, Elizabeth McAnulty, 1827-1905

Item Type: Book

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