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[Baby Boots]
Pair of leather, lace-up baby boots that belonged to Thomas L. Willis. The pieces around the toe, sole, and laces are shiny red leather with heavy, textured yellow cloth around the main part of the shoes.
[Portrait of Lucinda Elizabeth Maxey Gillete]
Photograph of Lucinda Elizabeth Maxey Gillette posing for a portrait. Text on the back of the photo notes that she was the wife of Henry F. Gillette and that she is buried in "Cedar Bayou Cemtery" in Baytown, Texas.
[Photograph of Thomas L. Willis]
Portrait of Doctor Thomas L. Willis, visible from his head to his upper chest. He is wearing a double-breasted suit, and has a beard down to his chest.
[Photograph of Thomas L. Willis]
Portrait of Doctor Thomas L. Willis seated in front of a decorated wall or backdrop. He is looking down, with his arm resting on the arm of the chair. He has a handlebar mustache, and is wearing a suit.
[Portrait of Edwin and Mercy Mariah Mead]
Tintype portrait of Edwin and Mercy Mariah Mead on their wedding day, January 29, 1844. The photograph is housed in a decorative leather case with a brass matte.
[China Cup]
Photograph of a china cup that belonged to Anthony Garnett Smith, Jr. and his wife Elizabeth M. Smith in the 1840's. The cup was part of their wedding china. The cup was later given to their daughter, Adalade "Addie" Smith Howell of Hill County and McLennan County.
[Matriculation Ticket from the Medical College of Georgia for Thomas L. Willis]
Photograph of a matriculation ticket from the Medical College of Georgia for Thomas L. Willis in 1849. It is signed by George M. Newton, M.D., Dean. Dr. Thomas L. Willis later practiced medicine in Weatherford, TX and Denton County, TX.
[Photograph of Metropole Barbershop]
Photograph of a barbershop full of people. A handwritten note on the back says, "John Philip Bahl (1849-1918), Prop. Metropole Barbershop, Waco."
[Photograph of Thomas L. Willis' "Class Card", November, 1849]
Photograph of a class card for Thomas L. Willis (1824-1889), a former student in the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. T. L. Willis practiced medicine and later dentistry in Texas. He is buried at I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Denton.
[Thomas L. Willis' Class Card]
Photograph of a class card belonging to Thomas L. Willis, for the class Institutes and Practice of Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia. It is dated November of 1849, and signed by Lewis D. Ford, M.D.
[Thomas L. Willis' Class Cards]
Photograph of two class cards belonging to Thomas L. Willis. The first card is for the class "Institutes and Practice of Medicine", and is signed by Lewis D. Ford, M.D. The second card is for the class "Lectures on Obstetrics and Diseases of Women and Infants," to be taught by Joseph A. Eve, M.D. Both cards are dated November 1849.
[Photograph of Josh Starnes]
Photograph of Josh Starnes. He wears a suit and a bowtie.
[Cranston Pottery Jar]
Pottery jar with a wide opening, glazed in a dark brown color, with a lighter or unglazed portion near the base. It is impressed just below the lip with the name "Cranston" and a paper label at the base says, "Cranston Pottery, Denton County, Texas, 1852-1875."
[Portrait of Mary Frances Smith and Edward R. Barcus]
Photograph of Mary Frances Smith Barcus and Rev. Edward R. Barcus, posed sitting, visible from the knees up. Mary Frances Smith Barcus wears a white dress with ruffle detailing along the bodice and sleeves, and Rev. Edward R. Barcus wears a dark-colored three-piece suit with a cravat and popped collar. A handwritten note on the back reads, "Grandmama Barcus and Grandfather Barcus. Taken on their wedding day July 1, 1852. Mary Frances Smith (1832-1922) and Rev. Edward R. Barcus (1825-1896)."
Letter from Alfred M. Hilliard to William J. Hutchison - October 15, 1854]
Letter written to William J. Hutchison in Bainbridge, Georgia from Alfred M. Hilliard in Tyler County, Texas. The letter gives an update on Hilliard's settlement in Texas and his impressions of the country, as well as the health of his friends and family.
[Portrait of Julia Beville and Alexander Archer Beville]
A tintype portrait of Julia Beville and Alexander Archer Beville. Julia, left, wears a floral printed dress which is cinched at the waist with a belt. She wears gold earrings, a ring, and two strings of pearls. Julia's right hand holds Alexander's, while in her left hand she holds a small purse. Alexander sits on the right. He wears a suit with a silk vest underneath. The hand-colored photograph is housed in a decorative leather case with a traditional brass matte. Behind the photograph, the following was written in pencil on the case: Julia Beville, 9 years old, and A. A. Beville, taken when 16 years old, in Wytheville, Va.
[Winn Family Death and Marriage Scrapbook Page]
Collection of clippings and notes on a single page that mark the deaths and marriage of members of the Winn family of Waco, Texas. Several family members are buried in the First Street Cemetery of Waco. This page was purchased at an estate sale in Austin, Texas.
[Photograph of Belle Prairie]
Photograph of Belle Prairie, the home of Henry F. Gillette and Lucinda E. Gillette from 1859 until their deaths.
George Schmidt's Psaligraphic Album
Album containing a series of scenes that are presented as silhouettes. The album is bound in brown leather and has a metallic closure.
[Photograph of Ellen White Chapman]
Photograph of Ellen White Chapman (1843-1920), wife of Daniel L. Chapman. She wears a button up dress, and her bangs have been curled against her forehead.
[Hume F. Worsham Driving Waco Fire Engine No. 1]
Photograph of Hume F. Worsham (1861-1898) driving Waco Fire Engine Co., No. 1, a horse-drawn carriage. A large hose is attached to the back. Four men ride on the back of the carriage.
[Photograph of the Grave Markers of John Franklin Dew and Ella Vandora Dew]
Photograph of the grave markers of John Franklin Dew and Ella Vandora Dew in Dewville Cemetery, Gonzales County, Texas, with two men standing between the two markers.
[Photograph of John P. Willis]
Photograph of John P. Willis, made in Denton, Texas. He wears a suit, and stands with one hand holding a candle holder on a table. There is a painted background behind him, and a small fake dog has been placed slightly behind him.
[Portrait of the Schutz Boys]
Photograph of two children identified as the "Schutz Boys" posing for a portrait in a wicker chair. The child on the left has dark hair and wears a dark coat with matching short pants. He sits on the arm of the wicker chair. The child on the right has slightly lighter hair and wears a light-colored dress over dark stockings and shoes. He stands on the seat of the wicker chair. A note on the back of the photo reads: "Very rare photo by Henry Bultmeyer (1864 Germany- 1921 Dallas)."
[Photograph of William Radford]
Photograph of William Radford on his 21st birthday. He sits with one leg crossed over the other, and wears a wide-brimmed hat.
[Tintype Portrait of Charles Clark Tolman]
Tintype portrait of Charles Clark Tolman. A handwritten note on the back of the photo says "Will Luana please accept this from her friend Charles."
[Tintype Portrait of Luana J. Pratt]
Tintype portrait of Luana J. Pratt wearing a dark dress with a white collar.
[Letter from G. W. Patten, January 1868]
Letter from G. W. Patten of Pattens Mills to the receiver discussing that this was the third letter he had written and he was anxious to hear back.
[Letter from Charles Richards to Carrie Richards, Oct. 19th, 1869]
Letter from Charles Richards to Carrie Richards.
[Account Between Dr. Alexander Archer Beville and Dr. Black, 1870]
Paper containing an expense account for Dr. Alexander Archer Beville kept by Dr. H. Black for visits and other services. The first column lists the month, the second the day of the month, the third the what was bought, and fourth how much it cost.
[Dr. Alexander Archer Beville's Diary, 1870]
Diary belonging to Dr. Alexander Archer Beville for the year 1870. It has a black leather cover, and the opening flap is embossed with the words "Diary 1870" in gold. A sewing needle has been sewn to the inside of the diary. The first few pages have already been filled in with a calendar, interest table, stamp duties, a table for time differences, the phases of the moon, and a list of important battles. Beville used the diary to record expenses, special events, and dental appointments.
[Photograph of an Unknown Younger Man With a Dark Beard]
Photograph of an unknown young man with a dark beard. He is dressed in a dark suit jacket, waistcoat and a light color shirt.
[Photograph of John Lynn Bennett]
Photograph of John Lynn Bennett. He sits on a chair covered in a patterned blanket, and one arm is placed on the back of the chair. He looks to the side, open-mouthed, and wears a white gown.
[Portrait of a Young Girl with Ringlets]
Photograph of a young Dolly Richards posing for a portrait. She wears her hair down and in large ringlets.
[Photograph of Waco Suspension Bridge and Storefronts]
Photograph of the Waco Suspension bridge taken from a commercial street packed with storefronts. Several horse-drawn vehicles are lined up for access to the bridge, which required a small toll for passage. A man stands in the center of the road in the foreground.
[Portrait of Thomas Middlebrook Willis]
Tintype photograph of Thomas "Tommie" Middlebrook Willis (1859–1937) of Abilene, Texas. He is depicted as a young man standing next to an armrest, facing forward. His cheeks are slightly tinted pink.
[Letter to an Editor of a Newspaper]
Newspaper clipping containing several letters to the editor published in a Waco newspaper, starting with a poem from " Portfolio of a Deceased Confederate Soldier " and commentary providing insight on the soldier's life, family, property, and death. Other letters and articles discuss horse thieves that were shot, the Election Law that had recently been passed on the front, with text on the back describing recent events and anecdotes and bounties, with advertisements.
[Jessie Elizabeth Willis at the Age of 12]
Photograph of Jessie Elizabeth "Bettie" Willis, at age 12. She is the daughter of Letitia Barnett Hutchison Willis and Dr. Thomas L. Willis. She later married John R. Rabb in Denton County, TX. She stands next to a chair, resting her hand on its arm. She wears a black dress with a white collar. The photograph has been hand colored.
[Portrait of Julia Hensley]
Portrait of Julia Hensley (1837-1915], an older woman wearing a dark dress with a white collar.
[Letter from West & Prather to John W. Park - April 24, 1874]
Letter written to John W. Park from West & Prather, Attorneys-At-Law, concerning a legal matter between them.
[Kathrian Kopp Portrait]
Portrait of Kathrian Kopp, a small child wearing a dress, sweater, and pearl necklace, sitting on bench posing in front of a neutral background.
[Receipt from Willis & Willis Physicians and Surgeons]
Receipt from Willis & Willis physicians and surgeons for the medical services of a man whose name is illegible. The medical practice was owned by Dr. James Madison Willis and his son, Dr. Joe Selman Willis.
[City of Waco $1 Certificate]
Engraved certificate the size of a bank note with images and text on the front that says: "The City of Waco, State of Texas, Will pay to bearer One Dollar." There are black-and-white images on the front including a man carrying a spear on horseback (lower-left corner), a brick suspension bridge over a river with a city behind (center), and a train engine pulling a coal car (lower-right). The back of the certificate has a decorative design in blue ink surrounding the text "Receivable for all Advalorem Tax. Due the City of Waco." The recorder's signature at the bottom left corner is signed by James H. Torbett. The mayor's signature at the bottom right corner is signed by John C. West.
[Deward Franklin Kitchens at Age One]
Photograph of one-year-old Deward Franklin Kitchens. He's sitting in a chair and an adult is visible in the background.
[Portrait of Clara Appell Lastinger]
Photograph of Clara Appell Lastinger, posing at the edge of a couch. She wears a dark pleated dress and a matching hat. A note on the back states she was born in 1876 and died in 1937.
[Portrait of William Henry Beaumont]
Portrait of William Henry Beaumont wearing a dark suit and bow tie with a thick, dark beard.
[Photograph of Wyatt Guerry]
Photograph of Wyatt Guerry (1877-1944), taken in Erath County, Texas. The photo is on a diamond-shaped mat.
[Letters from Lizzie Evans to Brother and Ma - August 9, 11, 1877]
Letters written by Lizzie Evans to her brother and mother, updating them on her life and recent events and asking for them to write more often.
[Portrait of Olga Wolff Faudi]
Photograph of Olga A. Wolff Faudi posing for a portrait in a plaid, high-necked dress. She also wear's a heart-shaped brooch at the neck and flowers on the left side of her chest.
[Letter from E.J. Gurley to Mr. Featherstone - March 18, 1878]
Letter written to Mr. Featherstone from E.J. Gurley, providing information about a recent legal case.
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