Hays County (Tex.) -- History

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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Written on enclosure: Oscar Strahan Remembers / Both Sides

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[Transcription is digital] The notes indicate that the interview pertains to Coach Strahan's experiences at Texas State University.
No interviewer credited or release form in file.

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Sullivan talks about his experiences as a Presbyterian pastor in San Marcos. He also reflects on his relationships with various faculty members such as Oscar Strahan, Leland Derrick, and Dr. Martin Juel. He talks about his religious faith and his book, The Son of Thunder, Tamed. He also shares some of the poetry that he's written.
Interviewed by Marjorie Arlene Grainey

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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Materials include handouts on conducting oral history interviews, template release forms and letters, correspondence, and lists of interviewees.

Scope and Contents Swinney talks about his upbringing in Ohio and higher education in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and finally at The University of Texas at Austin. Along with describing his family and participation in academic societies, Swinney discusses his writings on the 14th and 15th Amendments. He recalls his teaching experiences in the history department (specifically as chairman) and his recent interest in developing software and teaching computer courses. He reflects on how student life has changed from the...

Scope and Contents Swinney talks about his upbringing and how he began working for the Austin Police Department. He shares some of his experiences as an officer, recapping his responsibilities and past duties. Swinney outlines the changes he has seen in the department's organization and resources over the years, especially as related to Austin's growth. Discussed topics include gang activity, The University of Texas at Austin shooting in 1966, changing uniforms and police cars, and women working in the police...

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Written on enclosure: Emmie Craddock interview with Robert / Tampke, San Marcos, Tx 2/28/78 / 1.

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Written on enclosure: Emmie Craddock interview with Robert / Tampke, San Marcos, Tx 2/28/78 / 2.

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Written on enclosure: Cassette # 1 / Dr. Robt. Tampke / San Marcos Tex / 2/28/78 / Interviewer: Emmie Craddock.

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Written on enclosure: Cassette #2 / Dr. Tampke cont.

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[Transcript from San Marcos Public Library]
In this interview, Tampke discusses his background and experiences as a professor at Southwest Texas State Teachers College. Topics include: LBJ, Evans Administration, Flowers Administration and McCrocklin Administration, and changes at Southwest Texas State Teachers College.
Interviewed by Emmie Craddock.

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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Oral history project conducted as part of local Texas sesquicentennial celebrations by history students at Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University). The interviewees shared their memories about the university and life in Central Texas.

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Written on enclosure: Nonie (Peyton) / Thomas / 3-29-74 / by Siler / For 770.

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Written on enclosure: Mrs. Nonie (Peyton) / Thomas interviewed / March 29, 1974 by / Stan Siler / Side 1 [1-875].

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[Transcription is not completed]
Thomas discusses her family background in Mexico, the Mexican Revolution, her life in San Marcos, and the expropriation of the oil companies in 1937.
Interviewed by Stan Siler.

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Written on enclosure: Side 1: / Sue (Mrs. Will) Thompson, San Marcos, Tex / 2/15/78 Emmie Craddock, interviewer.

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[Transcription is not completed]
In this interview, Thompson recalls San Marcos and the Thompson Estate.
Interviewed by Emmie Craddock.