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27. Texas and local history

 Record Group
Identifier: 27
Archival collections documenting Texas and Local Houston-area history.

Found in 313 Collections and/or Records:

"The History of the Jews of Houston" manuscript

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0096
Abstract

This collection consists of a three-page manuscript explaining the early history of Jewish people in Houston.

Dates: 1915

Roster of the Confederate Veterans of Houston, Harris County, Texas

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0109
Abstract

This collection consists of a roster that lists where confederate veterans are buried in Houston.

Dates: 1964

Celia Hutchison photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0156
Abstract

This collection consists of Celia Hutchison's photography from the 1980s.

Dates: 1983 - 2000

Texas Mutual Benefit Association scam invoice

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0088
Abstract

This collection consists of a single broadside.

Dates: 1875

Ensemble Theatre Records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0533
Abstract:

This collection contains fifteen boxes of material related to the operation of The Ensemble Theatre in Houston, Texas, including General Records, Administration Records and Financial Records.

Dates: 1983-2008

Tanglewood / William G. Farrington papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0539
Abstract William G. Farrington, 1901-1967, was a real estate developer of residential and commercial property in the Greater Houston Area. He is especially known for creating Tanglewood, wealthy neighborhood located west of the Galleria area in Houston, Texas. He also was known for creating the Fairmont Park subdivisions and the Post Oak Shopping Center. He served as a director of several Houston area banks and savings and loan associations. The collection contains fives series covering real estate...
Dates: 1937-2000

Spears Dairy Business records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0541
Abstract:

Business ledgers of the Spears Dairy and its various plants and stores in Texas.

Dates: 1928-1948

J.D. Sandefer, Jr. tribute

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0542
Abstract

This collection contains a bound volume of many letters of condolence to J.D. Sandefer Jr.’s children. The letters are sent by various bankers, attorneys, businessmen, and the Presidents of Baylor University, Hardin-Simmons University, and Howard Payne University. All of the letters extol Sandefer’s abilities as a businessman, friend, and civic leader.

Dates: 1975

Ann Holmes Fine Arts Archive

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0546
Abstract: This collection contains news clippings, press releases, correspondence, photos, institutional records, and audio materials related to the evolution of fine arts and city planning in Houston, TX. Specific focus is given to the Alley Theater, Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera, Houston Symphony, Museum of Fine Arts, architecture, and the role of the arts in the economy, politics, and society. The collection also includes biographies of various persons influential in both the local and...
Dates: 1920 - 2008; Majority of material found within 1950 - 2008

Lynn Wyatt Scrapbooks and Memorabilia

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0550
Abstract

These scrapbooks contain photographs, correspondence, invitations, event programs, news clippings, and memorabilia collected by Lynn Wyatt, documenting her work with charitable and fine arts organizations, leadership as a Houston socialite and best-dressed icon, and international travels.

Dates: 1931-2012