Category: Texas
Rosenwald Schools
They are called Rosenwald Schools. They were in part founded by a man who gave the equivalent of a billion dollars today to help meet…
A Capital You May Have Never Heard Of
When Texas became an independent nation from Mexico in 1836, it needed a location for a capital. That first spot was in a place you…
A Prime Spot to Settle
When Mexico gained independence from Spain, today’s state of Texas was a prime spot for some American citizens to settle. That process required some work…
The Ezekiel Airship
Did a man in Texas build an aircraft that flew a full year before the Wright Brothers plane? There are some say that he did…
The Ace of Clubs House
It’s a home with gigantic ceilings and a resident who had over 500 pairs of shoes, not to mention it is also built in the…
Building a House from a Gambling Fortune
When this man won a card game that gained him a small fortune, he decided to build his family a home. And that home pays…
A City on the State Line
This city was established on a state line and one of its most important buildings is literally on top of that line. That means the…
Banding Together for a Purpose
It some of the most difficult times, people often forget what separates them and band together to help those in need. Such was the case…
The Event that Changed Hemphill, Texas Forever
It was February 1st, 2003. Residents of Hemphill, Texas heard what sounded like a giant explosion on an otherwise peaceful Sunday morning. What took place…
The Old Stone Fort
It’s known as the Old Stone Fort, but using the tern “fort” is perhaps a bit liberal. While the structure was strong, it served other…
