San Marcos (Tex.) -- History

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Collection of posters advertising the Clyde Beatty and Cole Bros. Circus performances that took place in San Marcos, Texas on September 15th, probably in the year 1964. Twelve of the posters include text only. Posters with images consist of two parts: a larger poster containing the title and image and a second, smaller poster containing date and location information pasted to the bottom. Arranged according to subject.

Scope and Contents The vessels series consists of 23 items with various logos and images related to Aquarena Springs. Included in the series are pitchers, mugs, glasses, an ashtray, a shot glass, decorative home décor items, and miniatures such as teapots and cups. Items range from 7” to 1” in height. 02-13: [2009.001-040] One 5” pitcher with image of underwater shows, Texana Village, Sky Ride, and glass bottom boats. 02-14: [2009.001-041] One 5.25” pilsner with image of Swiss Sky Ride and...

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Color image of fish ponds in foreground, Old main, water tower, original President's House in background. Front text: View in U.S. Fish Cultural Grounds, San Marcos, Texas.
A-47868

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection consists of 46 glass plate negatives, measuring 4x5 inches, were received in three original G. Cramer Dry Plate Company boxes. The photographer is unknown. Researchers subsequently identified the bulk of images as scenes in Central Texas, as well as one in Rockville, Indiana, and dating approximately 1882-1911. Images that have been positively identified as being in San Marcos include the Hays County Courthouse designed by F.E. Ruffini, the San Marcos River, a...

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Color image of neighborhood with text: View of San Marcos, Texas, from State Normal. Addressed to A. E. Pader c/o Sparekassen Aalborg Denmark.

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View of the Blanco River at the mouth of Pierce Creek, lokoing upstream (north north-west) towards Wimberley.

Identification provided by Mark Cowan, TxState Facilities Planning Design.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection consists of 46 glass plate negatives, measuring 4x5 inches, were received in three original G. Cramer Dry Plate Company boxes. The photographer is unknown. Researchers subsequently identified the bulk of images as scenes in Central Texas, as well as one in Rockville, Indiana, and dating approximately 1882-1911. Images that have been positively identified as being in San Marcos include the Hays County Courthouse designed by F.E. Ruffini, the San Marcos River, a...

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Color image of row of brown buildings and bridge over water with one car. Front text: Vogelsang's Lodges - San Marcos, Texas 1A998
Back text: These lodges are located on the banks of the beautiful San Marcos River on Highway 81.
Addressed to Miss Enla Coward, Centerville School Groveton, Texas
Transcription: Hi Honey / You should be / here with me it / reminds me of / Dallas. Be careful / of the hogs. I'll be / seeing you. / Phi-

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The University Archives does not currently hold a transcript from this interview.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection consists of sixty-four oral history interview transcripts, organized alphabetically by last name. The last two boxes contain the original audio interview recorded on cassette tape. The interviewees shared their memories about the university and life in Central Texas, offering a glimpse into the important people, places, and events that define Texas State University and its place in the Lone Star State.Audio files have been digitized (2019) from the original...

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[Transcription is not completed]
This interview discusses their recollections of life in South Texas, as well as in San Marcos.
Interviewed by Virginia Deane and Bonnie Vaughn.

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Written on enclosure: Mr. & Mrs. Archie / Weatherford / April 5, 1974 / 225 W. Hopkins Street / San Marcos, Teas / Interviewers: Mrs. Virginia Deane / Ms. Bonnie Vaughn / 000-942, Side One.

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Written on enclosure: Interview / Mr. & Mrs Archive Weatherford / 4-5-1974 / By Virginia Deane and / Bonnie Vaughn.

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Envelope containing 12 postcards with captions. Captions: Pirates cove and ferry boat landing, All aboard, Interior view of glass bottom boat, Viewing the San Marcos Springs, Aqua-maids pose on waterfalls, Underwater ballet, Petting Friendly Catfish, Historic Mexican Water Well, Colorful Aquarena fountain, Sky Ride “Launching pad”, Part of pioneer town.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection consists of 46 glass plate negatives, measuring 4x5 inches, were received in three original G. Cramer Dry Plate Company boxes. The photographer is unknown. Researchers subsequently identified the bulk of images as scenes in Central Texas, as well as one in Rockville, Indiana, and dating approximately 1882-1911. Images that have been positively identified as being in San Marcos include the Hays County Courthouse designed by F.E. Ruffini, the San Marcos River, a...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection consists of 46 glass plate negatives, measuring 4x5 inches, were received in three original G. Cramer Dry Plate Company boxes. The photographer is unknown. Researchers subsequently identified the bulk of images as scenes in Central Texas, as well as one in Rockville, Indiana, and dating approximately 1882-1911. Images that have been positively identified as being in San Marcos include the Hays County Courthouse designed by F.E. Ruffini, the San Marcos River, a...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection consists of 46 glass plate negatives, measuring 4x5 inches, were received in three original G. Cramer Dry Plate Company boxes. The photographer is unknown. Researchers subsequently identified the bulk of images as scenes in Central Texas, as well as one in Rockville, Indiana, and dating approximately 1882-1911. Images that have been positively identified as being in San Marcos include the Hays County Courthouse designed by F.E. Ruffini, the San Marcos River, a...

Scope and Contents From the Collection: This collection consists of 46 glass plate negatives, measuring 4x5 inches, were received in three original G. Cramer Dry Plate Company boxes. The photographer is unknown. Researchers subsequently identified the bulk of images as scenes in Central Texas, as well as one in Rockville, Indiana, and dating approximately 1882-1911. Images that have been positively identified as being in San Marcos include the Hays County Courthouse designed by F.E. Ruffini, the San Marcos River, a...

Scope and Contents From the Collection:

Collection of posters advertising the Clyde Beatty and Cole Bros. Circus performances that took place in San Marcos, Texas on September 15th, probably in the year 1964. Twelve of the posters include text only. Posters with images consist of two parts: a larger poster containing the title and image and a second, smaller poster containing date and location information pasted to the bottom. Arranged according to subject.