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 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 197 Collections and/or Records:

Press release by Guy Hartman on Great Austin Train Renaissance first “Ride On”; 8.5 x 11; mounted on foamcore

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

Ephemera materials include announcements, press releases, work schedules, recipes, and flyers. A notable inclusion is the official program containing the oath of office former Texas Governor Ann Richards took for the Texas State Treasurer elected position, as Richards opted to take her oath of office inside The Raw Deal restaurant.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Ephemera

Profile of unidentified man in white suit and striped tie holding a drink; Photographer: Larry Murphy; vertical emulsion cracks; 6.5” x 10”; no date

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 5
Identifier: 050
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

Publication full page verso layout with article in haute spots: Utmost's Guide to Dining, Drinking and Dancing titled "A Good Deal at the Raw Deal" by Patti Ricker; 17 1/2" x 11 1/2" in black frame; water damage, discoloration, paper adhered to glass; reverse side has print advertisement for “Raw Deal #1”; no date

 Item — Box 7, Folder: 7
Newspaper Clippings From the Sub-Series:

Newsprint materials consist of published articles and reviews of The Raw Deal, as well as articles about patrons such as Ann Richards, Dan Jenkins, Gerry Goldstein, and Gary Cartwright.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Newspaper

(R-L) Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham (co-owners) behind the counter of “The Raw Deal” with Eddie Wilson and Chrissy Mayes standing with backs turned far right (other patrons unidentified); Photographer: Larry Murphy; black spotting stains, cracking emulsion, multiple puncture marks at corners, large black stain and adhesive residue on back; “27” and “Photo by Larry Murphy” on verso in ink; 8” x 10”; no date

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 6
Identifier: 068
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

The Raw Deal Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-156
Abstract

The Raw Deal Collection documents the activities and operation of “The Raw Deal” and “Another Raw Deal” restaurants in Austin, Texas through ephemera, correspondence, artwork, and a large number of photographs.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / The Raw Deal Collection

“Raw Deal Schedule” which includes “date,” opponent,” “field,” and “time”; stained, ripped, discolored (brown) paper; water damage

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 13
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

Ephemera materials include announcements, press releases, work schedules, recipes, and flyers. A notable inclusion is the official program containing the oath of office former Texas Governor Ann Richards took for the Texas State Treasurer elected position, as Richards opted to take her oath of office inside The Raw Deal restaurant.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Ephemera

Recipe for black beans; 8.5 x 5.5 mounted on foamcore

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

Ephemera materials include announcements, press releases, work schedules, recipes, and flyers. A notable inclusion is the official program containing the oath of office former Texas Governor Ann Richards took for the Texas State Treasurer elected position, as Richards opted to take her oath of office inside The Raw Deal restaurant.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Ephemera

Reprint of newspaper review of “Another Raw Deal" with address and hours of operation; 8” x 10.75”; no date; mounted on foamcore

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 34
Newspaper Clippings From the Sub-Series:

Newsprint materials consist of published articles and reviews of The Raw Deal, as well as articles about patrons such as Ann Richards, Dan Jenkins, Gerry Goldstein, and Gary Cartwright.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Newspaper

Reprint of newspaper review of “Another Raw Deal" with address and hours of operation; mounted on foamcore; 10" x 8"; water damage and pitting; no date

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 39
Newspaper Clippings From the Sub-Series:

Newsprint materials consist of published articles and reviews of The Raw Deal, as well as articles about patrons such as Ann Richards, Dan Jenkins, Gerry Goldstein, and Gary Cartwright.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Newspaper

Reprint of personal ad from the Austin American-Statesman that mentions “Another Raw Deal”; 7.75” x 11”; mounted on foamcore; no date

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 34
Newspaper Clippings From the Sub-Series:

Newsprint materials consist of published articles and reviews of The Raw Deal, as well as articles about patrons such as Ann Richards, Dan Jenkins, Gerry Goldstein, and Gary Cartwright.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Newspaper

Reprinted quote about Wichita Falls rated last in climate and terrain out of 286 cities studied; 10” x 8”; mounted on foamcore; no date

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 37
Newspaper Clippings From the Sub-Series:

Newsprint materials consist of published articles and reviews of The Raw Deal, as well as articles about patrons such as Ann Richards, Dan Jenkins, Gerry Goldstein, and Gary Cartwright.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Newspaper

"Ride On!" original poster for the Austin to Laredo “Trails For Rails” train trip; signed by Nancy Collins; numbered 1/23; mounted on foamcore; 14.5” x 16”; water damage, spotting, discoloration, July 4, 1979

 Item — Box 8, Folder: 3
Artwork From the Sub-Series:

Artwork in the collection was used to advertise and decorate The Raw Deal, Another Raw Deal, and The Armadillo World Headquarters. Eddie Wilson, the owner of The Armadillo World Headquarters, was the original owner of The Raw Deal and subsequently sold it to frequent patrons Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Artwork

(Right) Roger Baker (standing faced forward) conversing with Danny Schacht (back to camera) in “The Raw Deal” with unidentified patrons seated around them; Photographer: Terry DuBose; lateral emulsion cracking, yellowing; 9 3/4" x 7 1/2"; no date

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 5
Identifier: 048
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

Robert Hoover of Bastrop smiling while seated at the counter of “The Raw Deal”; Photographer: Terry DuBose; yellowing, lateral emulsion cracking; in black frame with no backing; photo emulsion adhered to glass; “29” on verso in ink; 8” x 10”; no date

 Item — Box 4, Folder: 7
Identifier: 113
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

Sam Whitten, Professor of Library Science at The University of Texas at Austin, tying his shoe; Sam and Virginia Whitten held “First Friday” parties at their home from 1972-1982 that were attended by politicians and writers such as Ann Richards and Shirley Cartwright; Molly Ivins took over hosting duties after Sam Whitten died; spotting, cracking, yellowed emulsion; "1" writen on verso in pen; 6” x 10”; no date

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 3
Identifier: 009
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

Sandy Richards at “The Raw Deal” reading sign that states “Beware Pickpockets and Loose Women”; Photographer: Wayne Oaks; in black frame with no backing; photo emulsion adhered to glass; 7” x 10”; no date

 Item — Box 3, Folder: 6
Identifier: 106
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

Sarah Herman (first wife) and Judge Guy Herman wearing hat at “The Raw Deal”; Photographer: Wayne Oaks; cracking emulsion; "66" on verso; 8" x 10"; no date

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 3
Identifier: 018
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

Side profile of unidentified man with glasses; large tear at top left, lateral emulsion cracking, puncture marks at corners, water damage on back; “14” on verso in ink; 8” x 10”; no date

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 7
Identifier: 080
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs

Sign reading “Save your best vote for last Robert Hoover City Council Bastrop; 12 x 9 April 5, 1980

 Item — Box 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

Ephemera materials include announcements, press releases, work schedules, recipes, and flyers. A notable inclusion is the official program containing the oath of office former Texas Governor Ann Richards took for the Texas State Treasurer elected position, as Richards opted to take her oath of office inside The Raw Deal restaurant.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Textual Materials / Ephemera

Signed photograph of Houston Oilers defensive lineman football player James Young (#77) addressed to "El Franco" with personal note; yellow discoloration spots on front; “61” on verso in ink; 8” x 10”; no date 1977-1979

 Item — Box 2, Folder: 8
Identifier: 096
Photographs From the Series:

The Photographs series contains a large number of both loose and framed photographs documenting the patrons, activities, and building facilities of The Raw Deal. Photographs include notable persons such as Ann Richards, David Richards, Bob Bullock, Ralph Yarborough, Kenneth Threadgill, co-owners Fletcher Boone and Jim “Lopez” Smitham, Bob Armstrong, musician Jerry Jeff Walker, and journalist Kay Northcott.

Dates: 1972-1983
Found in: The Wittliff Collections / SWWC-156, The Raw Deal Collection / Photographs