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- [A House at 401 NW 4th Avenue]
- This picture gives a better view of the house shown in the succeeding photograph. It was taken in June of 1974. The house was built by P.E. Bock.
- [A House at 401 NW 4th Avenue]
- A home at 401 NW 4th Avenue taken June 1974 is illustrated here. The house was built by P.E. Bock, in what appears to be Colonial Revival style.
- [A House at 1004 SW 10th Street]
- This photograph affords a wider view of the house shown in the previous picture. It is of eclectic style, with Prairie, and Neoclassical elements. A telephone book dated 1940 lists it as the address of Alvin Maddox.
- Icing
- This booklet gives an overview of icing as it relates to aviation. It includes information on "Three types of icing and associated cloud formations and temperatures" as well as "Hazards and flight procedures in icing", according to the scope notes on the title page. The text also has self-evaluation questions printed throughout, with the answers printed on the last page.
- [Jarmon Alvis Lynch and Wife]
- A photograph of Jarmon Alvis Lynch and his wife, taken October 1, 1977. He was the grandson J. A. Lynch, the founder of Mineral Wells. He is shown standing on the steps of the Rock School House (in Mineral Wells)in this 1977 photograph, and holding his drawing of the Lynch cabins, which also shows the drilling rig his grandfather used to dig the first mineral well.
- [Lake Mineral Wells, 2 of 4]
- The dam of Lake Mineral Wells is shown here during a flood, March 1976. A large area of Palo Pinto and Parker counties received heavy rains (up to 7.2 inches in places) during a three-day period. The road directly below the dam was entirely under water, and the effect of water flowing over the road is barely visible. Heavy damage was also reported over a substantial part of the City of Mineral Wells as a result of the downpour.
- [Lake Mineral Wells, 3 of 4: Sign]
- A sign in front of the spillway (which was part of the dam for Mineral Wells Lake before it was rebuilt to a higher level during World War Two) says, "Water For Texans."
- [Lake Mineral Wells, 4 of 4: The Spillway]
- Shown here is the lower end of the spillway from Lake Mineral Wells after the flood in March 1976. The dam is barely visible at the upper end of the spillway in the middle of the picture. The road directly below the dam is under water, and is not visible in any other pictures of this flood. It suffered such severe damage that it had to be rebuilt.
- [A Marina on Possum Kingdom Lake]
- Shown here is a view of Possum Kingdom Lake, at possibly Harmar Harbor, showing one of its many marinas.
- Medical Facts for Pilots
- This pamphlet gives an overview of information for pilots to maintain good health and recognize warning signs of problems they might face specific to flying.
- [The Mineral Wells Fire Department in 1975]
- Photograph of a group of firefighters posing in front of a firetruck. Shown in the top row are: Rene James, Weldon Hood, Jerry Kidwell, Walter Carter, Jerry Loftis. In the middle row: Eddie Bell, Eldred Fryer, Horace Roe, Bud Smith, Joe Knight, Kenneth Kinder. In the front row: B.H. "Tiny" Gilstrap, Eddie Fryer, Melton Brewton (Chief), Jerry Van Natta, Allen Fryer, Rickey Epperson, Larry Clutts, Louis Clutts, Butch Clutts, Gene Knerr, Davis Light, John Gilbert, Byron Kizziah, Bazil Wright, R.S. Purcell, W.G. Mullins, Sam Smith, Arthur Schulte, Cecil Holifield. Information for these names was taken from the back of photograph.
- [Mineral Wells Heritage Association, 1975]
- This picture immortalizes the signing of the 25-year lease at $25 per year of the 1884 Little Rock School building for the purpose of establishing it as a museum. Pictured, left to right are: A. F. Weaver, President of the Mineral Wells Heritage Association; L. Gordon Nelson, Vice President; Mrs. Gordon Nelson, Chairperson for the Restoration Committee. Seated is Bill Hall, Superintendent of Mineral Wells Schools. The photograph was taken in July, 1975. The Little Rock School, in 2007, remains a museum dedicated to the preservation of the History of Mineral Wells. This picture appears in "Time Was in Mineral Wells...." on page 173.
- Mineral Wells Index (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. [], No. [], Ed. 1 Monday, October 2, 1972
- Daily newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that includes local, state and national news along with extensive advertising.
- [The Mineral Wells Police Force and City/County Ambulance Service]
- Shown here is a picture of the Mineral Wells Police force and the City/County Ambulance Service, taken in 1974. From left to right are: Bennie Hutcheson, R.A. Hodges, Jim Elmore, Jimmy Davis, Walter Graves, Orville West, Montiford Parker, Henry Childress, Don Farriel, Larry Brandenburg, Bill Meaders, Raymond Jones, Mike Poe, Ricky Shank, Fred Foreman (Police Chief), Gene Knerr, Gilbert Sommerfield (Investigator), David Jared, and Ronnie Edwards. The information was taken from the back of photograph, which itself was taken at the West City Park. It is published on page 153 of A.F.Weaver's book, "TIME WAS In Mineral Wells."
- Mineral Wells Reporter (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 6, No. 46, Ed. 1 Thursday, November 16, 1978
- Weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that includes local, state and national news along with extensive advertising.
- Moisture and Clouds
- This booklet gives an overview of moisture and cloud formations as they relate to aviation. According to the scope notes on the title page, it includes information about "Cloud formation, international classification, abbreviations, and symbols" as well as "General flight conditions associated with stratiform and cumuliform clouds." The text also has self-evaluation questions printed throughout, with the answers printed on the last page.
- Mountain Circulation
- This booklet gives an overview of mountain circulation as it relates to aviation. According to the scope notes on the title page, it includes information to "Identify mountain circulation patterns, flight hazards, and recommended flight procedures for mountainous operations." The text also has self-evaluation questions printed throughout, with the answers printed on the last page.
- [The Old Katie Ware Home, 911 North. Oak]
- The old Katie Ware Home is also shown here. The style appears to be Queen Anne, Free Classic sub-style but it shows signs of extensive remodeling. Note the slightly unusual polygonal tower, and the front porch (which also serves as a car-port) that is level with the ground. It was located at 911 N. Oak Street. The photograph was taken taken during June of 1974.
- [The Old Katie Ware Home , 911 North Oak] Avenue
- The old Katie Ware Home, of Queen Anne Style, shows possible remodeling. Please note the slightly unusual octagonal tower. Also note the front porch, level with the ground. The building was located at 911 N. Oak Avenue. It has since [2008] been demolished. The picture was taken on taken June of 1974. The picture shows the home from the front.
- [The Old Matt Skeen Home - 516 NE 4th Avenue]
- This is a picture of old Matt Skeen Home at 516 NE 4th Avenue, Mineral Wells, Texas. The porch, the face of the gable, and the differing roof lines all suggest later remodeling. Note the unusual candle-snuffer roof of the unusually-placed tower. The picture was taken June of 1974.
- Palo Pinto Advance-Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 10, No. 9, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 11, 1974
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto Advance-Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 10, No. 71, Ed. 1 Thursday, October 9, 1975
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto Advance-Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 10, No. 82, Ed. 1 Thursday, December 25, 1975
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto Advance-Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 10, No. 102, Ed. 1 Thursday, May 13, 1976
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto Advance-Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 10, No. 103, Ed. 1 Thursday, May 20, 1976
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto Advance-Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 10, No. 110, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 8, 1976
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto Advance-Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 10, No. 120, Ed. 1 Thursday, September 16, 1976
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto County Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. [102], No. [20], Ed. 1 Thursday, November 16, 1978
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto County Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. [102], No. [23], Ed. 1 Thursday, December 7, 1978
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto County Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. [102], No. [24], Ed. 1 Thursday, December 14, 1978
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto County Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 102, No. 44, Ed. 1 Thursday, April 19, 1979
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto County Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 102, No. 47, Ed. 1 Thursday, May 10, 1979
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto County Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 102, No. 57, Ed. 1 Thursday, July 12, 1979
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- Palo Pinto County Star (Mineral Wells, Tex.), Vol. 102, No. 71, Ed. 1 Thursday, December 20, 1979
- A weekly newspaper from Mineral Wells, Texas that included local, state, and national news along with advertising.
- [Palo Pinto General Hospital]
- Palo Pinto General Hospital opened in 1970 and is located west of Mineral Wells. It has been, since this picture was taken, enlarged and remodeled extensively. This hospital replaced the downtown Nazareth Hospital. While the hospital was been built, the first two floors of the Crazy Water Hotel was used as a hospital. This picture is featured in "Time Once Was in Mineral Wells" on page 168.
- [A Panorama Taken in 1974 (fifth) ]
- A panoramic view, probably from South Mountain, looking north-east is shown here. A portion of the mountain has been dug out and leveled for a gasoline station. Also visible are the Baker Hotel and First National Bank (now Bank of America) to the left of center.
- [A Panorama Taken in 1974 (first)]
- Shown here is a panoramic View of Mineral Wells, Texas taken August 8, 1974. The Baker Hotel and the Crazy Water Hotel are visible. The Convention Center is seen in the far left of the photograph. The view is from West Mountain, looking toward East Mountain over north Mineral Wells.
- [A Panorama Taken in 1974 (tenth)]
- Shown here is a panorama of the Baker Hotel and First United Methodist Church, taken from the west.
- [A Panorama Taken in1974 (eighth)]
- A panorama of houses and streets, taken from from Welcome Mountain s shown here. The purpose of the photograph remains uncertain.
- [Panoramic Photograph of Mineral Wells]
- Panoramic photograph of East Hubbard Street, taken from Welcome Mountain, showing Elmwood cemetery.
- [Panoramic Photograph of Mineral Wells]
- Panoramic photograph of the Baker Hotel and First United Methodist Church (in front), taken from Welcome Mountain.
- [Panoramic Photograph of Mineral Wells]
- Panoramic photograph of the city from Welcome Mountain. Elmwood Cemetery is visible in the upper left part of the picture.
- [Panoramic Photograph of Mineral Wells]
- Panoramic photo taken from West Mountain, looking toward East Mountain over North Oak Street in Mineral Wells. The Convention Center, Box Factory, and The Crazy Water Hotel are visible. Native plants are visible in the foreground.
- [Panoramic Photograph of Mineral Wells]
- Panoramic photo of Mineral Wells,is shown, looking southwest from East Mountain over the First National Bank (now Bank of America).
- [Panoramic Photograph of Mineral Wells]
- Panoramic photograph of Mineral Wells, looking east from West Mountain. The Baker Hotel and First National Bank (now Bank of America) are visible in center of photograph. Native plants are pictured in the left of photograph.
- [Panoramic Photograph of Mineral Wells]
- Photograph of a panoramic view of northwest Mineral Wells from West Mountain, looking toward East Mountain. Included in photograph are the Convention Center, the Box Factory, and the Crazy Water Hotel.
- [Partial Minutes: Mineral Wells Bicentennial Committee, November 18, 1975]
- First page of the minutes of the Mineral Wells Bicentennial Committee, held in the old Nazareth Hospital in 1975. It includes a list of attendees and a summary of some of the discussion points.
- [A Piano Recital, 1 of 10]
- A photograph of a piano recital, from a roll of film labeled "Ina Howard Ramsey." Mrs. Ramsey's parents once operated the former Star Boarding House on NW 2nd Street. She is shown playing an upright piano at the base of a stage in the First Presbyterian church's Fellowship Hall.
- [A Piano Recital, 2 of 10]
- According to the notes that accompanied this series of negatives, a piano recital was held about the same time as the auction of Mr. Weaver's book, "TIME WAS in Mineral Wells..." Mr. Weaver photographed both events. The piano recital was given in the Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian church. Ina Howard Ramsey is the pianist. Mrs. Ramsey was visiting her native home of Mineral Wells at the time.
- [A Piano Recital, 3 of 10]
- This photograph was taken from a roll of film labeled, "Ina Howard Ramsey." The note included in this series of pictures suggests that a piano recital was held about the same time as the auction of Mr. Weaver's book. Mr. Weaver photographed both events. The site of the recital was the Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian church. Ina Howard Ramsey is the pianist. The recital was an entertainment for the Mineral Wells Heritage Association.