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Chilton Opera Programs
Collection
Identifier: C-0052
Scope and Contents
This collection primarily consists of programs from opera performances in Fort Worth, but also includes newspaper clippings about the Everywoman opera and a single-sheet program from Saint Louis, Missouri. Dates were penciled in previously on some items by an unknown individual. The opera programs are from the years 1912 – 1928, and the collection measures .21 linear feet.
Dates:
1912 - 1928
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Clark Family Record Book
Collection
Identifier: P-0039
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of a notebook which was probably owned by Novie V. Clark. This notebook contains primarily school notes, but the last few pages consist of records of birth, deaths and marriages of the Clark Family.
Dates:
Undated
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Claud R. McKee Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0044
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of the 1936 official annual of the Civilian Conservation Corps, Fort Worth District, 8th Corps Area and other related documents that were owned by Claud McKee.
Dates:
1936
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Clifton Overcash Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0049
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of one box of correspondence related to Mr. Overcash's tenure as Mayor of Fort Worth. The comprehensive dates for the collection are 1972-1977, with the bulk of items dating from 1975 and 1976.
Dates:
Majority of material found within 1972 - 1977
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Colonial Dames XVII Century Governor Thomas Hinckley Chapter Records
Collection
Identifier: W-0018
Scope and Contents
The collection, which dates from 1967-1995, contains six scrapbooks documenting the activities of the Governor Thomas Hinckley Chapter of the National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century and measures 3.30 linear feet.
Dates:
1967 - 1995
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Composers, Authors, and Artists of America, Inc.
Collection
Identifier: R-0012
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of materials relating to the Fort Worth Chapter of the Composers, Authors, and Artists of America, Inc. The organization was founded in 1936 by Mrs. Rosser E. Thomas of Houston, Texas. It was founded as a non-profit organization to conduct and promote literary and educational activities among its members through the following means: a) mutual benefit of men and women actively engaged in the creative work of Art, Music, and Literature; b) stimulation of literary and...
Dates:
unknown
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Cook Children’s Medical Center Records
Collection
Identifier: R-0028
Scope and Contents
SERIES I: WOMEN’S AUXILIARY, 1971 - 1992The Women’s Auxiliary series contains scrapbooks and reports produced by said entity. The scrapbooks are in eleven boxes, arranged in chronological order. The reports are from meetings held by, and for, the Auxiliary members. These reports are divided into meeting minutes and treasurer reports; they are in one box containing two folders.SERIES II: JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS, 1958 - 1994This series contains scrapbooks...
Dates:
1919 - 1999
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Copeland Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0040
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of materials on the Copeland and related families of Beasley, Blystone, Carmack, Daniel, Ellyson, Elmore, Grafton, Hundley, Morris, Motley, Reynolds, Stephens, and Trammell.
Dates:
1984 - 1992
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Council of Social Agencies of Fort Worth and Tarrant County Records
Collection
Identifier: R-0068
Dates:
1941 - 1971
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
County Highway Maps
Collection
Identifier: C-0028
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of county highway maps for Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas. The maps vary in scale. The collection is arranged in alphabetical order by state and then by county. The miscellaneous maps for Arkansas and Louisiana consist of statewide highway maps.
Dates:
1936
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
The Critic
Collection
Identifier: C-0109
Scope and Contents Note
The Critic consists of issues dating from the newspaper’s inception on December 11, 1915 through December 15, 1917. In addition, there are two single editions dating September 15, 1917 and August 31, 1918. The materials measure 1.6 linear feet (2 boxes). The Critic is also available on microfilm, which is housed with the Fort Worth Texahoma Bugler and the ...
Dates:
1915 - 1919
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
D. Emery Allen Drugs and Sundries Ledgers
Collection
Identifier: R-0067
Scope and Content Note
This collection consists of three account ledgers of the D. Emery Allen Drugs and Sundries Store (possibly located in Newark). The extent of the collection is 1 box ( .5 linear feet).
Dates:
1899 - 1914
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Dance Cards
Collection
Identifier: C-0089
Scope and Contents
The cards in this collection span the period from 1881 to 1892. Of special note a dance card from the Texas Spring Palace Ball. The miscellaneous folder includes dance cards without dates or organizational information and few items other than dance cards. The extent of the collection is 1 box (.5 linear feet).
Dates:
1881 - 1892
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Daughters of the American Colonists Honorable Philip Livingston Chapter Scrapbooks
Collection
Identifier: R-0069
Scope and Contents
The collection dates from 1959-1999 and consists of nine scrapbooks documenting the activities of the Daughters of the American Colonists Honorable Philip Livingston Chapter. The extent of the collection is 9 boxes (4.5 linear feet).
Dates:
1959 - 1999
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Daughters of the American Revolution Mary Isham Keith Chapter
Collection
Identifier: R-0062
Scope and Contents Note
The Daughters of the American Revolution: Mary Isham Keith Chapter Collection consists of scrapbooks, yearbooks, and minutes.The first series, Minutes, (1959-1961), contains the minutes from meetings that took place during the stated years.The second series, Yearbooks, (1903-1949), documents officers, the chapter by-laws, and minutes during the stated years.The third series, Scrapbooks, (1938-1989) documents the history and events of the stated years....
Dates:
1903 - 1989
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
David Farmer Southwestern Art Collection
Collection
Identifier: C-0065
Scope and Contents
This collection was assembled by David Farmer. It consists of books and “ephemeral publications” [sic] on Southwestern Art. The collection has been kept in its original order, and the description of the materials provided by the donor has been maintained with the exception of Item 80, John Sloan, 1945, which was moved from Ephemeral Publications to the Core Collection of books because it is a hardback book, and contents of...
Dates:
1936 - 2007
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Debbie Reynolds-Hazen Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0052
Scope and Contents
The Debbie Reynolds-Hazen Papers contain awards, certificates, memorials, and a photograph. The materials date from 1989-2010 and measure 1.63 linear feet (2 boxes). Due to the small size of the collection, the materials are described at the folder level.The first folder contains assorted items related to Mrs. Reynolds-Hazen’s community work.The second folder contains certificates awarded to Mrs. Reynolds-Hazen.The third folder contains memorials and...
Dates:
1989 - 2010
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Delsa Perez Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0051
Scope and Contents
The original collection consists of primarily Hispanic related magazines collected by Delsa Perez. A subsequent donation consists of materials used by Delsa Perez in her professional and volunteer activities. The extent of the collection is 6 boxes (3 linear feet).
Dates:
1977 - 1993
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Dillon Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0004
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of materials relating to the Dillon, Fisher, Hodgson and Leonard families. The extent of the collection is 1 box (.5 linear feet).
Dates:
unknown
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Dime Novel Club Facsimile Reprints
Collection
Identifier: C-0090
Scope and Contents
The collection is arranged by the date the reprint was issued and then by alphabetical order of the original title of the publication if the Dime Novel Club reprint date is unknown. The collection dates from 1946-1953, and the extent is 1 box (.5 linear feet).
Dates:
1946 - 1953
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Don Carter Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0097
Related Materials
This collection consists of student publications, clippings, and photographs created by or about local high schools and a junior college. The majority of the materials are from Western Hills High School. The materials date from 1969-1973 and measure 1.3 linear feet (2 boxes).
Related Materials Mr. Carter has donated numerous local high school and college yearbooks that are cataloged and located in the Local History Section.
Dates:
1969 - 1973
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Down Historic Trails of Fort Worth and Tarrant County
Collection
Identifier: R-0070
Scope and Contents Note
Down Historic Trails of Fort Worth and Tarrant County documents the history of Fort Worth and Tarrant County from 1849-1949. The materials measure .96 linear feet (1 box).
This book is the original manuscript. It contains typed and India-inked (drawings) pages and photographs. It is 67 pages long and measures 8½ x 18 inches. The book is hand-bound in leather with construction paper covers. The front cover is illustrated with an original drawing.
This book is the original manuscript. It contains typed and India-inked (drawings) pages and photographs. It is 67 pages long and measures 8½ x 18 inches. The book is hand-bound in leather with construction paper covers. The front cover is illustrated with an original drawing.
Dates:
1949
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Dr. Joyce E. Williams Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0072
Dates:
1946 - 2016
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Duane Gage History of Tarrant County Slides
Collection
Identifier: C-0006
Scope and Contents
The slide show covers a period from the establishment of Tarrant County through the Civil War. There are two sets of slides. The first set includes slides, tapes and a script, the second set includes the same items plus an additional inaudible tape. The extent of the collection is 16 boxes (8 linear feet).
Dates:
unknown
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
E. Clyde Whitlock Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0067
Scope and Contents
The Whitlock Papers Collection contains biographical files, research clippings, correspondence, diaries, and photographs. The comprehensive dates for this material are ( 1875 to 1970, with a majority of items dating from the 1960s.Mr. Whitlock collected publications, press releases, resumes and correspondence to create biographical files for musicians and musical organizations. These are arranged alphabetically. Clipping files (magazine and newspaper articles, event ephemera,...
Dates:
1875 - 1970
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Edna King Speer Papers
Collection
Identifier: W-0060
Scope and Contents
The Edna King Speer Papers document Mrs. Speer's childhood years and education, ranging from first grade through her high school graduation. Inclusive dates are 1927 to 1941. This collection contains various mementos of Edna King's life during those years, including report cards, certificates, and diplomas.
In addition, the collection features a scrapbook documenting her senior year at Yazoo City High School. Included in the scrapbook are clippings from the school newspaper, The...
Dates:
1927 - 1941
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
El Reporter Newspaper
Collection
Identifier: C-0110
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of issues of El Reporter dating from 1976-1978. The extent of the collection is 1 box (.5 linear feet).
Dates:
1976 - 1978
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Ellie Hutcheson Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0099
Scope and Contents Note
The Ellie Hutcheson Papers consists of bible records, research materials, certificates, awards, books, and other printed materials Ellie Hutcheson used in her genealogical research. The materials date from 1892-2007 and measure 3.84 linear feet (9 boxes). The collection is arranged into 5 series. The first series, Bible Records (1962-1998), consists of copied pages from bibles dating back to the mid-18th Century through the early 20th Century. This series contains the majority of the...
Dates:
1892 - 2007
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Ellison Furniture Store Records
Collection
Identifier: R-0082
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of five boxes of miscellaneous materials that were considered to have historical value. Box 1: Includes clippings, drawings, catalogs of model interiors from 1915 - 1919, and photographs. Box 2 : Includes photographs of model interiors and of employees, printing plates created for advertising. Box 3: Oversized photographs of model interiors, and 1923 photograph of staff (badly damaged). Box 4: Printers blocks showing...
Dates:
Unknown
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
Ernest G. Bice Papers
Collection
Identifier: P-0007
Scope and Content of the Collection
Included in the collection are pedigree charts; family group sheets; birth, marriage, and death records; photographs; and newspaper clippings. Family “Roundup” programs and materials from Bice family reunions can be found in the collection along with Bice’s personal genealogical research notes. The collection is divided into three series which are arranged alphabetically. Series I, Correspondence, includes correspondence with family members and other researchers. It also contains...
Dates:
unknown
Found in:
Fort Worth Public Library Archives
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