Hays County (Tex.) -- History

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Spiral notebook signed by attendees at each annual reunion.

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One brass handbell with wooden handle from Blanco Star School, inscribed “1922-1945 Blanco Star School”.

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In this interview, Hardeman discusses the African-American experience in San Marcos. Other topics include: Hardemans's ancestors, early schooling, African-American life after the Civil War, changes in the local area following World War II and the Great Depression. Hardeman may have also addressed her teaching history, intergration experiences, and LBJ recollections.
Interviewed by Virginia Deane and Bonnie Vaughn.

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Written on enclosure: recorded at 1 7/8 IPS Reel #3 / Side One / Katherine (Steen) Hardeman / 000-945 / Side Two / 000-915 / deleted 63, 66 / February 5, 1974 / February 12, 1974 / 125 Nance Street / San Marcos, Texas / Interviewers: Mrs. Virginia Deane / Ms. Bonnie Vaughn.

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Written on enclosure: Reel #3 Tape #1 / Katherine Hardeman / deleted 63, 66 / 125 Nance St. / San Marcos, Tex. / Feb. 5, 1974 / Feb. 12, 1974 / Interviewers: / Mrs. Virginia Deane / Ms. Bonnie Vaughn.

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Written on enclosure: Reel #3 Tape #2 / Katherine Hardeman / deleted 63, 66 / 125 Nance St. / San Marcos, Tex. / Feb. 5, 1974 / Feb. 12, 1974 / Interviewers: / Mrs. Virginia Deane / Ms. Bonnie Vaughn.

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Written on enclosure: Reel #3 Tape #3 / Katherine Hardeman / deleted 63, 66 / 125 Nance St. / San Marcos, Tex. / Feb. 5, 1974 & Feb. 12, 1974 / Interviewers: / Mrs. Virginia Deane / Ms. Bonnie Vaughn.

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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Sammie Hardeman shares his experience in the food service industry and how it led him to his job at the university. He recalls being born in Lockhart and later moving to San Marcos. Hardeman also talks about his barbecuing business, along with the private parties he would put on where he would cook for university presidents. He mentions Dr. Evans, Dr. Flowers, and Dr. McCrocklin.

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President Emeritus Robert L. Hardesty talks about the effects recent (1986) cutbacks in university funding have had on the General Studies program at Southwest Texas State University.
Interviewed by Michael Hellrung

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...

Scope and Contents Dr. Walton D. "Pete" Hardesty talks about his transition from working at Camp Gary to becoming a psychology professor at Southwest Texas State Teachers college. Along with detailing his teaching career and his popular courses in human sexuality, he shares his thoughts on the changes the university has seen in its student body and its attitudes, the campus layout, its role in regulating students' lives, and its reputation from the 1960s to the 1980s. Interviewed by Kristi...

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Bruce Harper talks about growing up in San Marcos in the 1950s, including the story of how he was adopted by his parents. He emphasizes the ties between the university and San Marcos's community and local businesses. Harper also shares information about the Gary Job Corps and its relationship with the university and the city. He ends with discussing the business, economy, and industry of San Marcos, mentioning Wide-Lite and farming in particular.
Interviewed by Michelle Brown

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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Harper discusses family life and his experiences as the president of the First National Bank.
Interviewed by Linda Chapple and Stan Siler.

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Written on enclosure: Interview with / Jack Harper / Side 1 [1-767] / 4/24/74 - First / National Bank / Stan Siler & Linda Chapple.

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Written on enclosure: Jack Harper / 4024074 / By Siler (Stanley) / Chapple (Linda) / San Marcos, TX / Pres 1st National / Bank.

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James Harrell talks about growing up in Waco, studying in Dallas, and working in the movie business. He relays information about how Texas has grown to better support actors and the film industry, and outlines present trends in professional acting. Along with recalling changes he has seen in the university, Harrell also discusses the evolution of the drama department and the new Speech and Drama Building.
Interviewed by Debbi Conn

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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In this interview, Lewis Haynes and Eddie Serur discuss the early history of the volunteer firefighters in San Marcos. They also discuss various fires that occurred in San Marcos, and compare volunteer firefighters to paid firefighters.
Interviewed by Emmie Craddock.