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Series II. Fort Bend, 1837 - 2006

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: Original letters, pamphlets, tabloids, printed materials books, videos, maps, and photographs documenting the Texas city of Sugar Land and Fort Bend County during the 19th century and 20th century, including the creation and development of the Imperial Sugar company.

Dates

  • 1837 - 2006

Conditions Governing Access

Stored off-site at the Library Service Center. Please request this material via woodson@rice.edu or call 713-348-2586.

Access Restrictions

This material is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 39.5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

General Notes

This series contains materials on the founding, development, and growth of Fort Bend County and its surrounding communities, including the cattle industry, Fort Bend County residents, Brazos Bend, Fort Bend County museums, the Fort Bend County Historical Society,the Fort Bend Genealogical Society, school districts, and area churches. Formats include brochures, correspondence, maps, newsclippings, and photographs and negatives.

Repository Details

Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository

Contact:
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA