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[Animal and crop storage barn]
Photograph of a large barn for animals and crop storage. There is a group of people standing in front of it with a horse, a bicycle, and three small children. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207430/
[Atardecer Lake]
Postcard photograph of Patzcuaro Lake, also known as Atardecer Lake in Guadalajara, Mexico. The photograph is cast in relief from the setting sun disappearing behind a line of mountains that stretch across the photograph. Several clouds filter sunlight onto to the lake in an irregular pattern. A dock is just visible to the right of the photograph, slightly below where the mountain line meets the lake waters. A hand-written inscription on the front of the postcard reads "Atardecer Lago de Patzcuaro No. 19. A letter to Federica Abreu is addressed on the back. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth200984/
Autographed Photo of Champ Clark
Photograph of Champ Clark. Black and white photo. Autographed to Sam Rayburn by Champ Clark. Inscription on front of photo reads, "To Sam Rayburn, Your Friend, Champ Clark" texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth183538/
Autographed Photo of Sam Rayburn
Photograph of Sam Rayburn. Sepia-toned toned photograph of Sam Rayburn from the chest up. He wears a dark suit, tie and white shirt. The photograph is autographed by Sam Rayburn. The words, "To my sister Meddie with my deepest affection--Sam Rayburn" are at the bottom of the photo. Meddie (Medibel Bartley) was one of Sam Rayburn's three sisters. She and her husband, S.E. Bartley lived in Sam Rayburn's home in Bonham beginning in the 1940s. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth183508/
Autographed Print of Atkins Jefferson (Jeff) McLemore
Black and White print of Atkins Jefferson (Jeff) McLemore. The image was produced by B.F. Johnson Inc. of Washington, D.C. The image was likely created during McLemore's time in the U.S. House of Representatives (1915-1919) as delegate at-large from Texas. The image is printed on cream-colored matboard/cardstock with the image circular shaped at the center. The head and shoulders image shows McLemore wearing a dark colored suit coat, white collared shirt and tie. A round pin is on his lapel. He has gray hair and a mustache. The image is autographed, "Sincerely yours, Jeff McLemore." The signature of the company that produced the image is written in pencil at lower right, "B.F. Johnson." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth183539/
[Automobile dealer]
Photograph of C. W. Roberts Automobile dealer. The dealership garage is a small, wooden building. There are two men with cars posing in front of the garage and looking towards the camera, and are identified as Thad R. Roberts and Harry L. Creed. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207374/
[Baby in Bowl]
Photograph of a very young baby not wearing any clothes, sitting in a small, white wash bowl. The child is leaning against a painted backdrop of an ornate wall and pot of flowers. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129738/
[Baby in Stroller]
Photograph of a young infant laying in a stroller on uneven ground in front of an ivy-covered wall. The infant is wearing a white gown and white head covering. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129789/
[Baby Standing on Chair]
Photograph of a young baby, wearing a white gown, standing on a wooden chair in front of a dark backdrop. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129795/
Balancing Act
Photograph of aerialists performing a trick on stage for a large crowd of onlookers. One aerialist balances on a large ball on top of another man's shoulders. Two other performers stand behind the balancing act. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201126/
Band Performance
Photograph of a band performing for a large crowd. A conductor in a white suit directs the band, who is seated in bleachers. The band is wearing matching uniforms consisting of a cap and suit embroidered with gilt trim. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201127/
[Band Performing at Perks Steakhouse]
Photograph of Light Crust Doughboys, a popular country western band, performing at Perks Steakhouse in Cleveland, Texas. There are six members in the band playing various instruments. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth253149/
[Bank in Wellington]
Photograph of the interior of a bank in Wellington, Texas. It has a tiled floor and coffered ceiling. There are two men working on typing machines or registers in the middle of the room, and a man wearing a suit and tie in a doorway. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207468/
[Baptist Associational meeting]
Photograph of a large group of people at the Baptist Associational meeting held at the First Baptist Church in Wellington. The group is pictured outdoors in front of the Church in multiple rows. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207325/
[Baptist Hospital]
Postcard of a Baptist Hospital building in Wellington, Texas. It is a small two-story building, and there are houses in the background. Handwriting on the back of the postcard states that Dr. E. W. Jones was a doctor there. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207326/
Barnum and Bailey Circus Cars
Photograph of a group of performers from the Barnum and Bailey Circus standing outside of a highly-decorated rail car. All members of the group are dressed in their performance costumes. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201149/
Barnum and Bailey Clown
Photograph of a clown wearing a large hat and over-sized clothing, including a large bow around his neck, a white overcoat, and large shoes. The clown points his right finger in the air, as if gesturing to something beyond the camera's scope. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201155/
Barnum and Bailey Clowns
Photograph of two clowns at a performance of the Barnum and Bailey Circus. The clown in the front of the photograph holds his hat in his hands and bows to the photographer. The clown behind him holds a chicken in his hands as the crowd of spectators looks on. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201163/
Barnum and Bailey French Postcard
Postcard containing one large photograph of the Barnum and Bailey circus tents and five small photographs underneath it. Several captions are written in French on the front of the postcard. The postcard is addressed to Alfredo Gomez in Monterrey, Mexico. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201137/
Basilica Maya
Postcard depicting Basilica Maya, a church in Peru. The church is large and many storied, featuring classic Castillon architecture. Many buildings surround the church, featuring similar architecture. On the back of the postcard, a letter is written to Federica Abreu from Anita and Lalo. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth200980/
[Beach family in front of home]
Photograph of the Beach family in front of their home. They are standing in front of a white picket fence; there are two women on the left and four men on the right. There are chairs on the front porch behind them, and a windmill in the background. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207210/
[Beach home]
Photograph of the Beach home, owned by Ben Beach. There are multiple men wearing suits and tending to horses, some of which are attached to carriages. There is a boy sitting in a tree on the left side of the photograph. The caption states that the house was later known as Pedigo Place. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207256/
The Bell Sisters
Photograph of the Hermanas Bell (Bell Sisters), a sing-and-dance act that was a part of the Barnum and Bailey circus. The women are dressed in matching costumes consisting of shirts with tiered layers underneath floral vests. The shirts are tucked into floor length floral skirts and high-heeled shoes. Flowers are woven into their curled hair. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201172/
Bilito in Graduation Dress
Photograph of Bilito and Victoria posing with an unidentified woman the day of Bilito's graduation. Bilito is dressed in a commencement cap and gown, and has his arms linked with Victoria, who stands to his left. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201071/
[Bowen-Grassbur School]
Photograph of a class from Bowen-Grassbur School. They are seated outside in front of a white building, and lined up in four rows. An accompanying note identifies the names of the students. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207294/
[Boy in cart pulled by goat]
Photograph of a young boy in a parade. He is riding past a parking lot of cars in a small cart pulled by a goat. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207190/
Boy Scout in Uniform
Photograph of a Boy Scout in full uniform. He rests on a stool against a floral patterned wall, wearing a single breasted jacket with several medals pinned to it, cap, pants, and lace-up boots. One foot rests on a piled rug while the other hangs in mid-air. A letter is inscribed in Spanish on the opposite side. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201042/
Bridge at Puente de Mercedes
Photograph of Mercedes Bridge. The bridge runs across a large body of water surrounded by foliage. The unadorned bridge is supported by square beams that extend into the river. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201040/
[Buggy and two horses in parade]
Photograph of a buggy and two horses during a 4th of July Parade. The individuals in the buggy are identified as Mr. and Mrs. Joiner, owners of the Livery Stable. Two girls on the left side of the photograph are seated on the other horses and dressed as Native Americans. The horses have banners across their backs that cover the tops of their heads. The Presbyterian Tabernacle can be seen in the background above the neck of the horse that is second from the left. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207169/
Building a Fence
Photograph of a woman building a fence of chicken wire around several posts in a back yard. The woman wears a jacket over a long dress and bonnet, in front of a two-story home surrounded by thin vegetation and sand. A hand-written note in Spanish on the back of the photograph reads "Mama is fixing a place for Chino, Bilito's Dog." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201053/
[Business District]
Photograph of a street in a downtown business area with several horses and horse-drawn carts in the middle of a business-lined street while a large group walks down the right-hand side of the street. Several of the buildings along the street belong to a lumber company. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129756/
[Car in parade]
Photograph of a car driving down the street in a parade. The car has the slogan, "Howdy Folks, Welcome" written on the side of it. There are people in the background and lined up on the side of the street watching. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207198/
[Carpe Cubaba's Show Truck in Flood Water]
Photograph of Carpe Cubana's show truck in La Feria, Texas. The camp had been flooded, and five members of the circus stand around the truck, trying to move it out of the knee-high water. The men wear loose-fitting sleeveless shirts and shorts. A horse is also attached to the truck in an attempt to free the truck from the flood waters. A hand-written inscription in white reads "CUBAN SHOW. TRUCK NO. 2, LA FERIA TEX. 5/29/29." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth200966/
[Carpe Cubana Dancers]
Photograph of two Carpe Cubana dancers. Both dancers are dressed in traditional Spanish attire. The woman stands in front of the man with her head against his shoulder. A large tent is visible behind them. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201020/
[Carpe Cubana Performers in Costume]
Photograph of Carpe Cubana performers wearing Native American dress. Each performer is standing in a different pose. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201013/
Carpe Cubana Ringmaster and Family
Photograph of Edwardo Sanchez, the ringmaster of Carpe Cubana circus, standing between two vehicles with Don Vejelio, Mr. and Mrs. Abreu, and Sr. Agilera. Edwardo stands to the left of Federica Abreu. The group of people are wearing long overcoats and hats. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201059/
[Carpe Cubana Tent]
Photograph of a Carpe Cubana circus tent. The large tent is set up in a wooded area. Several people are visible sitting inside the tent. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201012/
[Carpe Cubana Wire Walker]
Photograph of a Carpe Cubana wire walker. The man is balancing with his arms stretched outward with a look of intense concentration on his face. He is wearing a white shirt and pants, with a dark-colored tie around his neck and matching cummerbund. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201016/
[Carpe Cubana's Circus Tent]
Photograph of Carpe Cubana's circus tent, complete with two flagpoles. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth201023/
[Carpe Cubana's Flooded Camp]
Photograph of Carpe Cubana's flooded camp in La Feria, Texas. Several members of the crew stand in front of a tent posing for the camera. The flood waters reach up to the crew member's knees. One man balances on a barrel floating in the water. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth200968/
[Carpe Cubana's Flooded Show Camp]
Photograph of Carpe Cubana's circus camp in La Feria, Texas. The camp had been flooded, and members of the circus stand together in knee-high water. Some members of the circus carry household goods such as pots, bags of food, and fold-up chairs. Several men sit in the water, and one man even balances a teacup on his head. Plain tents are visible behind the circus members. A hand-written inscription written in white reads "CUBAN SHOW CAMP," and "LA FERIA TEX. 5/29/29." texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth200965/
[Carriages at a warehouse]
Photograph of a large number of horse-drawn carriages at a warehouse in a large field, called "The Old Ware House." The small building on the right side of the photograph is identified as a "cotton house." Handwriting on the back of the photograph states that the buildings were similar to community buildings, and that a large picnic was taking place that day. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207264/
[Cars at Collingsworth Motor Company]
Photograph of two cars inside the Collingsworth Motor Company Ford Dealership, operated by Kelly Pigg. The car on the left side of the photograph is a convertible, and there is a large bouquet of flowers in front of the car on the right. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207466/
[Cars in Santa Parade]
Photograph of cars driving in the Cleveland Santa Parade. The car in the foreground has a logo on the side that advertises the Flower House and reads, "We telegraph Flowers". Stores in the background include Texas Jewelry, T. C. Hill Insurance, and Lack's. On the left is the Farmers State Bank and United Gas. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth253153/
[Cattle Drive]
Photograph of four cowboys on horseback in front of a column of cattle in an open field. Behind the cowboys and cattle are two small, wooden houses. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129734/
[Cattle Grazing]
Photograph of a herd of cattle, tended by several mounted men and women, grazing in an open field. The entire group is inside a barbed wire fence. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129773/
[Cattle Grazing]
Photograph of a herd of cattle grazing in an open field with a man and woman, riding horseback, on the hill behind the herd. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth129765/
[Cattle grazing a field]
Photograph of a group of cattle grazing the fields. There are four cows grazing in the foreground, and one cow standing further behind them. They are in a large field with two bales of hay in the background. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207411/
[Cecil Coe Farm]
Photograph of a herd of pigs from the Cecil Coe pig farm, two miles South of Wellington. There is a man standing on the right side of the photograph, wearing a long black coat and a hat. The pigs are grazing the field in a line to the left of the man. texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth207440/
Certificate of Honorary Membership in the Young Democratic Club of Nueces County, Texas
Certificate given to Sam Rayburn by the Young Democratic Club of Nueces County, Texas. Mr. Rayburn was given an honorary membership in the club on November 19, 1949. The document is printed on standard size ivory paper. The text of the certificate reads: "CERTIFICATE OF HONORARY MEMBERSHIP IN THE YOUNG DEMOCRATIC CLUB OF NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT SAM RAYBURN IS HELD IN SUCH HIGH ESTEEM BY THE MEMBER- SHIP OF THIS ORGANIZATION THAT IT HAS ELECTED TO CONFER UPON HIM THE FULL RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES OF HONORARY MEMBERSHIP IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, THE AUTHORIZED OFFICER OF THIS ORGANIZATION HAS HERETO AFFIXED HIS OF- FICIAL SIGNATURE THIS 19th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1949. LESLIE CHAPMAN (?) (signature) PRESIDENT" texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth183535/