Texas History Texas Related Subjects

Up one level

Baker Family papers, 1853-1971 (MS 40)

Family correspondence, scrapbooks, and clippings of the Baker Family of Houston, from Captain James A. Baker (appointed Chairman of the Board, Rice Institute, 1891) through attorney James A. Baker, III (Rice Board of Trustees, Trustee Emeretus, 1993 - present). (6 boxes)

Barnes research materials, 1830-1991 (MS 455)

These papers are comprised of the research materials Marguerite Johnston Barnes gathered to write "Houston, The Unknown City," published in 1991 by Texas A & M Press. Included are oral histories, newspaper clippings, photocopies of secondary source materials, brochures, newsletters, and photographs. (32 boxes)

Bradley papers, 1930-1967 (MS 247)

Master's thesis, book chapters and speeches of Rolland Bradley, Texas legislator. Thesis was written for the University of Texas on proportional representation in the United States. (5 folders)

Brown book research files, 1898-1989 (MS 464)

Correspondence, oral histories, notes, newsclippings, reports, published materials, photographs and ephemera document the family and business lives of Houston entrepreneurs Herman and George R. Brown, providing the basis for author Christopher Castaneda and Joseph Pratt's book, "Builders : Herman and George R. Brown." (38 boxes)

Bryan letter to Col. W.W. Fontiane, 1890 (MS 316)

This letter (10 January 1890) from Moses Austin Bryan letter to Col. W.W. Fonataine is in response to a series of questions concerning the revolutionary period in Texas history.

Burnet letters, 1836-1859 (MS 188)

Letters to and from David Gouverneur Burnet (1788-1870) of the Republic of Texas, in typescript form and as reprinted in the La Grange Journal newspaper.

Campbell personal papers, 1820-1906 (MS 329)

These letters reflect the family and military life of the Campbell family, part of which immigrated to Seguin, TX.

Clark Papers, 1889-1974 (MS 277)

Research materials related to the publications and unpublished works of Texas author/historian and public relations consultant James A. Clark. The materials deal directly with the oil industry primarily in the years of 1930-1960s.

Clyde H. Porter collection, 1785-1914 (MS 239)

Letters, diaries and photographs concerning the immigration of Germans into Texas. Bulk of the collection centers on the Dressel and Spiess families. (1 box)

Crain statement, 1827 (MS 216)

A statement by Robert A. Crain of his participation in a gunfight near Natchez, Mississippi. The fight involved Jim Bowie, among others, and resulted in the death and wounding of several people.

Craw, Elizabeth. Diary. 1833-1841. (MS 386)

The collection consists of the personal diary of Elizabeth Craw (1819-ca.1909), which records her journey from Ohio to see her soldier fiancé in Texas, and her experiences there. Craw’s fiancé fought and died at the Battle of the Alamo. The diary covers the years 1833-1841. 1 folder (1 bound volume).

Crawford papers, 1917-1998, bulk 1972-1998 (MS 205)

Political papers of writer and educator Anne Fears Crawford including correspondence, interviews, news articles and research materials. Much of the material was used for research in the book, Frankie: Mrs. R.D. Randolph and Texas liberal politics. (6 boxes)

Dickson papers, 1950-1978 (MS 281)

The papers of Fagan Dickson (1904-1977), Austin, Texas attorney active in the Democratic Party, include correspondence with both state and national political figures as well as Dickson's personal and business subject files clippings, published materials and notes, dating from 1950-1978. (9.5 lin. ft.)

Dillingham Family papers, 1858-1958 (MS 257)

The Dillingham Family papers follow the history of a prominent Texas family through correspondence, manuscripts, printed material, photographs, journals, poetry, and newspaper clippings. The family moved into Texas during the prosperous era of the late nineteenth century and played an important role in developing both the social and economic framework of Houston.

Dunban, John R. Letters. 1864-1865. (MS 150)

This collection consists of letters written John Dunban wrote this collection of letters between 1864 and 1865 to his family at the end of the Civil War. Dunban served in Co. H. 77th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers and writes about his family and their farm and news of his regiment, including unfair elections, the "dumb ague," mutinous feelings in his regiment, and the treatment of deserters. The letters also contain descriptions of Texas and Louisiana. (12 items)

Dwyer collection, 1854-1882 (MS 248)

Consists of six deeds and one anonymous Resolution against polygamy; the deeds primarily concern property transactions in and around San Antonio, Texas, and the Resolution was drafted for a public meeting against polygamy. (7 items)

EOS: Transactions of the American Geophysical Union records (MS 47)

These records reflect the editorial business of this weekly newspaper, under the editorship of Dr. Patricia Reiff, a member of the Rice University Space Physics faculty. 1986-1989 (3.75 lin. ft.)

Flint, Hallie Rienzi. papers. 1912-1965. (MS 116)

Articles written by Hallie Rienzi from 1912 to 1965 for the <i>Houston Daily Post</i> under the pseudonym Harriot Russell as well as personal and family papers. 10 linear inches (2 boxes).

Fondren Family papers, 1925-1960s (MS 340)

The collection visually documents Ella Fondren's family members and homes, and describes her lifelong philanthropic efforts toward higher education and health care in the Houston area. (8 boxes)

Frejes' Ensayo Sobre La Reduccion Y Colonizacion De Las Tribas Barbaras, 1820-1840 (MS 42)

Complete scribal manuscript containing an account of the Church's activities in 16th century Mexico in relation to the indigenous population. (1 folder)