The Story Of North Texas

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The Story Of North Texas

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Author : James Lloyd Rogers
language : en
Publisher: University of North Texas Press
Release Date : 2002

The Story Of North Texas written by James Lloyd Rogers and has been published by University of North Texas Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Education categories.

With unlimited archival access and a journalist's attention to detail, James L. Rogers updates and expands his 1965 publication to bring the university's history into the next century. The founder of the Texas Normal College, Joshua C. Chilton, declared in 1890 the institution's aim "to become leaders in the education of the young men and women of Texas, fitting them to creditably fill the most important positions in business and professional circles." By 1965 the eighth president, J. C. Matthews, presided over an institution granting doctorates in the sciences, mathematics, humanities, social sciences, teacher education, business administration, and the fine arts. In the last thirty-five years the institution has grown to become the University of North Texas System under the leadership of Chancellor Alfred Hurley and President Norval Pohl, with campuses in Dallas and Fort Worth. It now stands as the leading university of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Generously illustrated with over eighty photos of people and events on campus, The Story of North Texas provides the definitive history of this institution and is an inspiration to its alumni and friends..

Ghosts Of North Texas

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Author : Mitchel Whitington
language : en
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
Release Date : 2002-09-03

Ghosts Of North Texas written by Mitchel Whitington and has been published by Taylor Trade Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-09-03 with History categories.

Tuck this book under your arm, jump in your car, and get ready to discover the ghosts of North Texas! These aren't tall tales-these are stories about places you can visit on your own ghost-hunting excursion!

Raza Rising

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Author : Richard J. Gonzales
language : en
Publisher: University of North Texas Press
Release Date : 2016-03-15

Raza Rising written by Richard J. Gonzales and has been published by University of North Texas Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-03-15 with History categories.

Based on articles written for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, author Richard J. Gonzales draws on his educational, inner-city and professional life experiences to weave eyewitness testimony into issues facing Chicanos, including economic, health, education, criminal justice, politics, immigration, and cultural issues. Raza Rising presents a personal recounting of a Chicano's struggle with and understanding of the socio-economic policies and historical actions that impact their ascendancy. Raza Rising offers first-hand observations, supported by well-documented scholarly research, of Chicanos' growth and subsequent struggles to participate fully in North Texas' political and economic life. Raza Rising takes the reader to the organization of a Fort Worth immigration reform march, to the actual march with 20,000 people on Main Street on Palm Sunday, to a protest demonstration of the City of Farmers Branch's attempt to prohibit renting to the undocumented immigrant, to the author's awakening in Chicago on the importance of learning, and to his poignant experience as a guest speaker in a Fort Worth public school classroom. Other observations offer insight on how Chicanos struggle with their ethnic identity and understanding of their history. In addition, the book highlights important historical and political events that illustrate Chicanos' attempts to overcome barriers to their rise. At a time when global economic competition threatens the United States' first world status, this country must nurture academic excellence for all its citizens. Raza Rising provides specific explanations for the Chicano educational lag and workable solutions to accelerate their political, economic and academic achievements. Prophetic state and national demographers have forecasted the steady increase in Chicano populations and decrease in white populations. Raza Rising offers students, instructors, policy makers, politicians and neighbors a deeper understanding of Chicanos, who in the near future will transition from minority to majority status in Texas.

Abandoned North Texas

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Author : Shane Steeves
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019

Abandoned North Texas written by Shane Steeves and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019 with History categories.

Series statement taken from publisher's website.

Eighter From Decatur

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Author : Jim Tom Barton
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1980

Eighter From Decatur written by Jim Tom Barton and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with History categories.

Collin County

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Author : Roy F. Hall
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013-02-01

Collin County written by Roy F. Hall and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-02-01 with History categories.

Originally published: Quanah, Tex.: Nortex Press, c1975.

Houston Blue

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Author : Mitchel P. Roth
language : en
Publisher: University of North Texas Press
Release Date : 2012

Houston Blue written by Mitchel P. Roth and has been published by University of North Texas Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with History categories.

"Back in 2005, the board of the directors of the Houston Police Officers' Union commissioned Mitchel Roth, Ph.D., and Tom Kennedy to research and write a book that chronicled the history of the Houston Police Department and the Houston Police Officers' Union."--Foreword.

Three Forks

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Author : Tom Marlin
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2001-04-23

Three Forks written by Tom Marlin and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-04-23 with Fiction categories.

Early Reviews of the Book: "Rich in historical detail and characterization . . . A fascinating glimpse of life in early 19th century Dallas and North Texas!" -- Teresa Warfield, author of the Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman trilogy and eight other novels "Three Forks is an evocative novel of early North Texas. Tom Marlin tells a compelling story of the conflict between the Caddo Tribe and the early frontier settlers, encompassing the myriad emotions and complexities of the people who struggled in opposition to forge a life on the rugged Texas frontier." -- Jacky Sach, co-founder of Book Ends, LLC and former senior managing editor at Berkley Books (later Penguin Putnam Inc.) About the Book: The novel follows the trails of Jake Chalk, a young settler conscripted into the Texas Militia in 1838, and his bitter enemy, Black Wolf, a Caddo war chief. Both are driven by revenge and their inevitable confrontation becomes a mutual obsession. Jake meets and fights beside many men for whom several of today's North Texas counties, cities and universities are named. While coming of age, Jake grows to be a fierce Militia fighter, courts a beautiful young woman, helps build a frontier fort and is instrumental in settling a new city named Dallas. More than a western novel and written in the entertaining, historical docudrama style of John Jakes and James Michener, Three Forks: a Novel of Texas tells the exciting story of the events preceding the settlement of North Texas, and the founding of Dallas in 1842. The novel takes the reader back in time to walk among and meet the famous historical figures who helped build Texas in the 1830s and 1840s. Researched in many cases to the original document level, the novel not only details the history of an area once called "Three Forks," but also provides perspective on the fascinating historic events that occurred throughout the Republic of Texas, and led to its subsequent acceptance as a US state. Three Forks, named for the confluence of the three main forks of the Trinity River, was a huge block of land in North Texas that today is larger than thirty-six individual US states in population, and nine states in geographical area. It is the home of the world's largest airport, and includes major US cities such as Dallas, Fort Worth and their rapidly growing surrounding cities. Despite the significance of this area, its fascinating history, spanning 1836 to 1846, is frequently overlooked. This period follows the fall of the Alamo and the Texans' victory at San Jacinto, which leads to freedom from Mexico. As a result, The Republic of Texas is formed - an entire country separate from the United States. The period ends as Texas achieves US statehood, and the US goes to war with Mexico. Even more overlooked in this period are the conflicts between the Texas Militia in Northeast Texas and many Native American tribes. Brutal attacks by both sides result in many deaths. Terror reigns throughout North Texas settlements and Native American villages. The dispute is over Three Forks, with its beautiful forests, rolling green hills and grassy plains. Tom Marlin's experience and renown as an artist presents itself in his writing. Through well-crafted prose and dialogues from many cultures, he paints word landscapes and panoramas similar to those found in the works of Zane Gray. Despite the serious drama of military battles and human conflict, romance and humor permeate a revealing story that will both entertain and inform the reader. The novel also contains nine fully illustrated maps.

Old Buildings In North Texas

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Author : Jen Waldo
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016

Old Buildings In North Texas written by Jen Waldo and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Addiction categories.

"Before they'd let me out of rehab someone had to agree to act as my legal custodian. There it is, the snappy truth about why, at the age of thrity-two, I live with my mother. She now has control over every aspect of my life, from my finances to my laundry. One little cocaine-induced heart attack and it's back to my childhood to start overs.

Convict Cowboys

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Author : Mitchel P. Roth
language : en
Publisher: University of North Texas Press
Release Date : 2016-08-15

Convict Cowboys written by Mitchel P. Roth and has been published by University of North Texas Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-15 with History categories.

Convict Cowboys is the first book on the nation’s first prison rodeo, which ran from 1931 to 1986. At its apogee the Texas Prison Rodeo drew 30,000 spectators on October Sundays. Mitchel P. Roth portrays the Texas Prison Rodeo against a backdrop of Texas history, covering the history of rodeo, the prison system, and convict leasing, as well as important figures in Texas penology including Marshall Lee Simmons, O.B. Ellis, and George J. Beto, and the changing prison demimonde. Over the years the rodeo arena not only boasted death-defying entertainment that would make professional cowboys think twice, but featured a virtual who’s who of American popular culture. Readers will be treated to stories about numerous American and Texas folk heroes, including Western film stars ranging from Tom Mix to John Wayne, and music legends such as Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson. Through extensive archival research Roth introduces readers to the convict cowboys in both the rodeo arena and behind prison walls, giving voice to a legion of previously forgotten inmate cowboys who risked life and limb for a few dollars and the applause of free-world crowds.