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Singers and Storytellers

Description: Collection of popular folklore of Texas, including personal anecdotes about storytellers and singers, as well as folk songs, myths, and ghost stories. The index begins on page 295.
Date: 2017
Creator: Boatright, Mody C.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Book
Partner: UNT Press

[Plaque at Helena]

Description: Photograph of a Texas Historical Commission marker about the ghost town Helena, Texas. A chain link fence, trees, and a building are visible in the background.
Date: October 13, 2010
Creator: Bell, Jim
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Private Collection of Jim Bell

[Whispers of Faith: Rediscovering an Ancient Greek Cross in Thurber's Ghostly Embrace]

Description: Amidst the echoes of a once vibrant community, Thurber, Texas, reveals a poignant relic of devotion - an aged and rusted Greek cross. Standing as a testament to the faith that once flourished in this now-ghost town, the cross stands weathered by time yet enduring in its significance. Within the enigmatic charm of Thurber's remnants, this cross offers a glimpse into the spiritual tapestry that once adorned the landscape. A haunting reminder of a town's bygone era, Thurber's ghostly presence pers… more
Date: May 2006
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Echoes of Elegance: Victorian Splendor at the Old Miners Cabin, Thurber, Texas]

Description: Step into a time capsule of Victorian opulence as history and fashion converge outside the Old Miners Cabin in Thurber, Texas. Adorned in resplendent traditional attire, individuals capture moments reminiscent of a bygone era against the backdrop of this once-thriving coal-mining town. Though now a ghost town, Thurber's vibrant past resonates through this image, harking back to a time when it flourished as the heart of Texas' bituminous-coal industry from 1918 to 1920. The legacy of a populatio… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Echoes of the Past: W.K. Gordon Museum, Thurber Time Travel]

Description: Embark on a captivating journey at W.K. Gordon Museum, Thurber's time capsule. Engage with interactive exhibits, from artifacts to motion films, unraveling the town's industrial tapestry. Stroll past meticulously reconstructed landmarks, including the grand opera house and legendary Snake Saloon. Nestled within Thurber's ghostly embrace, this museum preserves Texas' industrial narrative, connecting generations through history's threads.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.504437 -98.414439
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Elegance Amidst Relics: A Glimpse of Thurber's Miner's House]

Description: Step into the past with this captivating photograph capturing a man adorned in a dapper three-piece suit and a timeless hat, striking a pose at the historic Miner's House in Thurber, Texas. Amidst the remnants of this once-thriving coal-mining town, the gentleman stands as a modern-day tribute to an era of refinement and labor. Thurber, now a ghost town, once thrived as a bustling community, and the Miner's House stands as a silent witness to its vibrant history. Nestled in the northwest corner… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Melodies of the Past: Cowboy Band Serenade at Thurber's Vintage Cafe]

Description: Transport yourself to a bygone era captured in this enchanting photograph. A charismatic cowboy band takes center stage, serenading patrons at an old-world cafe in Thurber. Amidst the rustic charm, two couples are swept away by the music, dancing in each other's arms. The captivating scene encapsulates the fusion of timeless melodies, historic ambience, and joyful moments, painting a vivid vignette of Thurber's enduring allure.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Rediscovering History: Unveiling Thurber's Legacy at W.K. Gordon Museum]

Description: Immerse yourself in the past at W.K. Gordon Museum, a gateway to Thurber's vibrant heritage. Engage with interactive exhibits, from artifacts to captivating motion films, weaving the tale of the town's industrial saga. Wander through reconstructed landmarks like the grand opera house and iconic Snake Saloon. Embraced by Thurber's ghostly whispers, this museum preserves Texas' industrial essence, fostering a timeless connection between eras.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.504437 -98.414439
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Savoring History: Culinary Delights at Smokestack Restaurant, Thurber]

Description: Immerse in a taste of history at Smokestack Restaurant, nestled in Thurber's heart. Founded in 1971 within an old drugstore, it rekindles memories for families along I-20. After a fire in 1992, the restaurant found new life within the historic Texas & Pacific Mercantile, built with Thurber's original bricks. Amidst this living heritage, dine under the watchful 128-foot smokestack that once powered Thurber, relishing in a blend of flavors and stories.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.508123 -98.417086
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Smokestack Restaurant: Where History and Flavor Converge]

Description: Step into history at Smokestack Restaurant, Thurber's culinary gem since 1971. Once housed in Thurber's original drugstore, now reborn within the historic Texas & Pacific Mercantile building, we pay homage to the town's past. Our name honors a towering smokestack that powered Thurber, while our cuisine delights modern palates. Visit us in downtown Thurber, where time-honored bricks and flavors entwine.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.508120 -98.417082
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Thurber research]

Description: Research for an article about Thurber, Texas that was published in the June 2005 issue of Texas Highways magazine.
Date: 2005-06~
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Text
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Timeless Elegance: Capturing Victorian Splendor at Thurber's Old Miners Cabin]

Description: Immerse yourself in the grandeur of yesteryears as the Old Miners Cabin in Thurber, Texas, becomes a stage for Victorian charm. Enthusiasts clad in exquisite period attire gather, freezing moments in time against the backdrop of this ghost town's remains. Once a bustling coal-mining hub with a population reaching 8,000 to 10,000, Thurber's echoes of prosperity resonate in this photograph. Today, its legacy lingers as a testament to history, nestled in the northwest corner of Erath County, seven… more
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Unveiling History: Exploring the W.K. Gordon Museum in Thurber, Texas]

Description: Unveil Thurber's rich history at W.K. Gordon Museum, where stories of the past come alive. Delve into interactive exhibits showcasing Thurber's industrial legacy through artifacts and motion films. Wander by reconstructed landmarks, from the grand opera house to the iconic Snake Saloon. Nestled in the ghost town's heart, this museum preserves Texas' industrial heritage, bridging generations.
Date: June 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Location: 32.504437 -98.414439
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Italian -- Texans

Description: Video recording of an amateur production about the Italian American experience in Texas that appears to have been created for the fourth Italian Symposium of Texas held in Bryan, Texas in September 1984. North Texas State University (now UNT) professor Dr. Samuel J. Marino introduces the production and references Texas Woman's University professor of Government, Cavaliere Valentine J. Belfiglio's 1983 book, The Italian Experience in Texas, which this production was based on. Dr. Marino traveled… more
Date: 1984-09~
Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes 29 seconds
Creator: Marino, Samuel J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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Italian Texans (Original Takes)

Description: Amateur production about the Italian American experience in Texas that may have been created for the Italian Symposium of Texas in September 1984. This video is the unedited original shots for the completed "Italians in Texas" documentary film. North Texas State University professor Dr. Samuel J. Marino was the lead for the piece, which was based off of Texas Woman's University professor of Government, Valentine J. Belfiglio's 1983 book, "The Italian Experience in Texas". Drs. Belfiglio and Mar… more
Date: 1984-09~
Duration: 3 hours 50 seconds
Creator: Marino, Samuel J.
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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[News Clip: Thurber]

Description: Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story.
Date: October 24, 1979, 10:00 p.m.
Duration: 1 minute 28 seconds
Creator: KXAS-TV (Television station : Fort Worth, Tex.)
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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[News Clip: Venus Texas]

Description: B-roll video footage from the WBAP-TV television station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story about the small town of Venus, Texas (previously known as Gossip, Texas).
Date: January 5, 1973
Duration: 10 minutes 08 seconds
Creator: WBAP-TV (Television station : Fort Worth, Tex.)
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Cylindrical structures in Shafter ghost town]

Description: Photograph of two large, cylindrical structures in abandoned Shafter, Texas. Mountains are visible in the background. The image accompanied a written speech, with the caption: "Silver was discovered by John W. Spencer in 1883 and with Col. W. R. Shafter, who was stationed at Ft. Davis, gained the necessary capitol to organize the Presidio Mining Company" (pp. 7-8).
Date: 1969
Item Type: Refine your search to only Photograph
Partner: Marfa Public Library
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