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[Letter from L. B. Houston to M. R. Tillotson, November 9, 1942]
Letter from L. B. Houston, Director of Parks to M. R. Tillotson, the Regional Director of National Park Service describing work that the park service had completed at White Rock Lake and other points in the Dallas area. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129118/
[Girls' Volleyball Teams]
Photograph of the three top citywide girls' volleyball teams including the champions from Exall Park (front row), the runners-up from Winnetka (middle row), and the third-place team from Trinity Play Park (back row). In the image, the girls are seated in three rows outside a brick building and looking to the right of the photograph. On the back of the photograph, there are notes and identifications, though some of the information has been cut off by a missing section of the photograph. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129116/
[Photograph of Doran's Point Picnic Shelter]
Photograph of an open structure with stone columns that is part of a picnic area at White Rock Lake Park. The building is surrounded by trees and there is an open grassy area in the foreground with small posts marking the edge of a dirt road. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "34"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Doran's Point Picnic Shelter, Note lake in background." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129150/
[Entrance to White Rock Lake Park]
Photograph of a driveway leading into White Rock Lake Park. There is a small stone wall on the left side of the road and a stone column with the park name on the right side of the drive. There are trees on either side of the road and the lake is partially visible in the background. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "2"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Entrance at Lawther drive & Garland Road." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129121/
[Photograph of White Rock Lake Comfort Station]
Photograph of a small wooden building at White Rock Lake Park. The building is surrounded by shrubs and trees; there is a dirt road in the foreground, edged by small posts, and other structures are visible in the background. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "35"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Boat House Comfort Station, Serving this area." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129151/
[Photograph of White Rock Lake Park Concession Building]
Photograph of a stone structure with large windows, identified as a concession building in White Rock Lake Park. There are a number of bicycles chained in the front of the building and a large tree. There is a wooden picnic bench on the right, as well as a stone-and-wood fence with other buildings visible in the background. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "30"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Doran's Point Concession Building, Note shelter on hill to right." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129147/
[Photograph of White Rock Lake Park Picnic Shelter]
Photograph of an open stone-and-wood structure at a picnic area in White Rock Lake Park. The structure is surrounded by trees and additional wooden picnic tables; some people are seated at one of the tables on the right. There is an open grassy area in the foreground with small posts marking a trail or path. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "33"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Doran's Point Picnic Shelter, West end view." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129149/
[Photograph of White Rock Lake Park Winfrey Point Building]
Photograph of a Winfrey Point Building at White Rock Lake Park. It is a large wood and stone building with a series of shuttered windows along the front and a set of stairs leading to the door. There is an open grassy area in the foreground. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "9"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Winfrey Point Building, Viewed from East, (Service entrance and entrance to keeper's quarters)." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129127/
[Photograph of Bachman Lake Park Picnic Shelter]
Photograph of an open stone structure containing a picnic area at Bachman Lake Park. Some people are seated at one of the tables on the right side of the structure. The building is surrounded by trees and there is an open grassy area in the foreground. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "36"; text under the image says "Bachman Lake Park, Picnic shelter on north shore of lake, Viewed from north." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129152/
[Photograph of Bachman Lake Park Picnic Area]
Photograph of an open stone-and-wood structure containing a picnic area at Bachman Lake Park, viewed from one end. The building is surrounded by trees and there is an open grassy area in the foreground. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "37"; text under the image says "Bachman Lake Park, Picnic shelter on north shore of lake, Viewed from west." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129153/
[Photograph of Bachman Lake and Comfort Station]
Photograph of the roof of a small wooden building at Bachman Lake Park. The building is situated behind a dip in the land and is surrounded by shrubs and trees; there is a dirt road in the foreground and the lake is visible in the background. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "38"; text under the image says "Bachman Lake Park, Comfort Station on south shore, Viewed from Shore Crest drive." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129154/
[Photograph of Bachman Lake Park Comfort Station]
Photograph of a small wooden building with a sign that says "Men" at Bachman Lake Park. The building is surrounded by shrubs and trees. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "39"; text under the image says "Bachman Lake Park, Comfort Station on south shore, Viewed from lake shore." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129155/
[White Rock Lake Park Garland Road Entrance]
Photograph of a driveway leading into White Rock Lake Park. There stone column with the park name on the right side of the drive, in the foreground; there's a small stone wall lining the opposite side of the drive. There are bushes in front of the sign and trees visible in the background. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "1"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Entrance at Lawther drive & Garland Road." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129120/
[White Rock Lake Park Exit]
Photograph of a driveway leading out of White Rock Lake Park. There is a small stone wall on the right side of the road and a stone column on the left side of the drive. There are trees on either side of the road and Garland Road is visible past the park entrance. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "3"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Exit at Lawther drive and Garland Road." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129122/
[White Rock Lake Parking Area]
Photograph of a gravelled parking area in White Rock Lake Park. The parking area is bordered by short posts and there are trees around the area. The lake is visible just on the other side of the parking area and a road is visible in the foreground. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "5"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, View of typical parking area." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129124/
[Winfrey Point Building Interior]
Photograph of an interior room at Winfrey Point Building in White Rock Lake Park. The image shows a wood-paneled wall in the room; there are built-in shelves in the center of the wall surrounded below and on both sides by built-in cabinets. The photograph is attached to a page labeled "14"; text under the image says "White Rock Lake Park, Winfrey Point Building, Interior view of north room." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129132/
Park and Playground System, Dallas, Texas, 1921-1923 [Annual Report]
Annual Report of the Dallas Park Department, 1923 texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129156/
[Map of White Rock Lake]
Hand-drawn map of White Rock Lake in Dallas, Texas showing the location of park entrances and buildings with print numbers for corresponding photographs. Some roads and railroad tracks are also noted. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129119/
[Photograph of a Boy Fishing at Bachman Lake]
Photograph of a boy fishing at Bachman Lake. He is sitting on a blanket on the shore holding a fishing rod. Next to him is a a bucket of fish bait. Other fishermen and a bridge are in the background. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207047/
[Photograph of Students Learning Badminton Serves]
Photograph of a group of students learning how to play badminton in a school gymnasium. The coach is demonstrating how to serve the shuttlecock by keeping the racket low and dropping the birdie from above. There are six students following his directions, five standing in a line and one girl standing at the front demonstrating with him. A group of students are sitting on bleachers observing. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207115/
[Photograph of the City of Dallas Park Department Boy's Basketball Team]
Photograph of a City of Dallas Park Department boys basketball team on a basketball court. The young boys are standing or kneeling in a semi-circle around their coach. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207112/
[Photograph of a Bowling Game in Reverchon Park]
Photograph of young children bowling on the ground in Reverchon Park. They are playing with milk bottles and baseballs instead of the traditional bowling pins and balls. A baseball game is being played in the background behind a fence. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207111/
[Photograph of Students Learning Badminton Serves]
Photograph of a group of students learning how to play badminton in a school gymnasium. The coach is demonstrating how to serve the shuttlecock by keeping the racket low and dropping the birdie from above. There are six students following his directions, five standing in a line and one girl standing at the front demonstrating with him. A group of students are sitting on bleachers observing. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207117/
[Photograph of a Woman Playing Ping Pong]
Photograph of a young woman playing a game of ping pong. The other player is not shown. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207110/
[Photograph of Students Learning How to Play Badminton]
Photograph of a group of students learning how to play badminton in a school gymnasium. The coach is demonstrating how to swing the racket correctly. A group of students are sitting on bleachers observing. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207118/
[Photograph of Students Playing Badminton in a School Gymnasium]
Photograph of four male students playing a game of badminton in a school gymnasium. The shuttlecock is above the frame. A basketball hoop is above the net. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207114/
[Photograph of a Child Playing with a Hula Hoop]
Photograph of a young girl playing with a hula hoop in an unidentified recreation center. Other children and adults are seated behind her watching. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207119/
[Photograph of Students Learning How to Play Badminton]
Photograph of a group of students learning how to play badminton in a school gymnasium. The coach is demonstrating how to hit the shuttlecock with the racket. A group of students are standing behind them as well as sitting on bleachers observing. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207116/
[Photograph of Students Learning How to Hold a Badminton Racket]
Photograph of a gym coach teaching a group of students how to hold a badminton racket. The coach is demonstrating the correct grip with a female student in front of the class. A group of students are sitting on bleachers observing. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207113/
[Photograph of a Doll Contest]
Photograph of a group of six young girls having a doll contest. The dolls are elaborately dressed and well taken care of. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207055/
[Photograph of a School Tour Viewing Art]
Photograph of a group of school children touring a building. They are surrounding a piece of sculpture. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207052/
[Photograph of an Empty Pool Tietze Park]
Photograph of a building and pool being constructed at Tietze Park. The building is made of stone, and the empty pool is visible in the foreground of the image. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207051/
[Aerial View of Parkdale Lake and White Rock Lake]
Photograph is an aerial view of Parkdale Lake in the foreground and White Rock Lake in the Background. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207057/
[Photograph of a Building Being Constructed at Tietze Park]
Photograph of a building being constructed at Tietze Park. The building is made of stone, and many of the stones are visible in the foreground of the image. Three men are visible working on the building. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207050/
[Photograph of People Sitting on Bleachers]
Photograph is of a group of people sitting on bleachers. The ages range from young children to the elderly. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207058/
[Photograph of the Model Airplane Club]
Photograph of model airplane club members sitting outside under tents. The people watching are facing the open field and have brought picnic baskets and chairs. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207054/
[Photograph of a Halloween School Program]
Photograph of a school program for Halloween, "Goblin Nite." All of the performers on stage are young children wearing a bag over their head with the eyes and mouth cut out. They are playing instruments and are being led by a teacher. The audience is also young children dressed in different costumes. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207059/
[Photograph of a Bicycle Race at Cowart School]
Photograph of a group of six young boys having a bicycle race at Cowart School. Three women are watching from behind the bikes. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207056/
[Photograph of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Akard Mall]
Photograph of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Akard Mall. According to the information hand-written on the back, the show was part of a "Sidewalk Symphony" concert series in May, 1978. The concert series was sponsored by the City Arts Program division of the Dallas Park and Recreation Department and the Dallas Park Board. There were four free noontime concerts in May that attracted 2,500 to 3,000 people downtown. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207053/
[Aerial View of Houses from a Hill Top]
Aerial view of houses and trees in the Dallas area. The photo was taken from a hill top. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207065/
[Photograph of a Man Showing Children How to Play Guitar]
Photograph of a man showing a group of young children how to play guitar. They are sitting on the floor, and he is holding a girls hand and strumming the strings with it. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207062/
[Photograph of Children Dunking for Apples]
Photograph of a young boy bobbing for apples at a school party for Halloween, "Spooks Party." A group of young children and teachers are watching, some are wearing costumes. Information about the event and the photographer are stamped on the image. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207061/
[Aerial View of Fields and Houses]
Aerial view of empty fields and houses on the left in the Dallas area. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207067/
[Photograph of Dominga Luna Throwing a Softball]
Photograph of Dominga Luna throwing a softball at City Park during a Track and Field meet. She is being watched by a large group of young women. The back of the image labels the image as "Dominga Luna, 10 from city park midget girls soft ball throw. Track and Field Meet, 1954". texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207060/
[Photograph of a Man Demonstrating an Experiment]
Photograph of a Dallas Health & Science Museum employee doing an experiment with a group of school children. Some of the children are standing by the table and are involved; other children are sitting down in front of the table. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207068/
[Aerial View of Houses and Trees]
Aerial view of houses and trees in the Dallas area. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207064/
[Photograph of a Woman Discussing the Human Body with Young Children]
Photograph of a Dallas Health & Science Museum employee explaining the human body to a group of school children. The woman is pointing to a standing model of a skeleton, and the children are sitting in chairs facing the front of the room. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207069/
[Aerial View of Houses and Trees]
Aerial view of houses and trees in the Dallas area. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207066/
[Photograph of a Playground]
Photograph of a city park and playground in Dallas. A slide is in the foreground, a mary-go-round, two seesaws and a swing set are further back in the playground. A stamp on the back names the image as an official staff photo from the city of Dallas. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207063/
[Photograph of a City of Dallas Building]
Photograph of a building in the city of Dallas. The two story building is very simple in design with windows along the entire front. A tree is in the foreground. A stamp on the back names the image as an official staff photo from the city of Dallas. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207045/
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