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From the humble beginnings of a frontier army camp, Fort Worth transformed into a city as cattle drives, railroads, oil and national defense drove its economy. During the tremendous growth, the landscape and cultural imprint of the city changed drastically, and much of Cowtown was lost to history. Witness the birth of western swing music and the death of a cloud dancer. See mansions of the well-heeled and saloons of the well-armed. Meet two gunfighters,...
2) Keller
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In the late 1800s, pioneers settled in the northeast Texas region of Cross Timbers known as Double Springs. In 1875, Isaac Roberts, a farmer who owned more than 600 acres, left a parcel of his land to A. G. Roberts, who then sold the right-of-way to the Texas and Pacific Railway for $25. A new town was formed, and in 1882, it was named Keller in honor of the railroad foreman who was instrumental in making the area a regular stop along the railroad....
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Chisholm Trail volume number 11
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Texas Christian University Press
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Massive cattle drives passed through North Fort Worth. The meat packing industry boomed and attracted thousands of people from around the world . Austria, Greece, Russia, and Poland. At one time the area was incorporated as Niles City.
12) Extending the healing ministry of Christ: history of Huguley Memorial Medicial Center, 1977-2013
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Texas Health Huguley
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17) Benbrook
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Arcadia Pub
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"Complete with photographs found within the archives of Benbrook City Hall, the Benbrook Public Library, and the homes and businesses of Benbrook citizens, this book represents the community's effort to tell the story of a small, thriving town in the heart of Texas"--Cover, p. [4].
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Texas Christian University Press
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Keep this handy guide in your glove compartment or purse. Historic sites and buildings in this book have some type of official historical designation. Maps guide you to sites in Fort Worth and surrounding communities, and lively text expands on the history of each entry.
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Pediment Publishing
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"Due to popular demand, The Fort Worth Star-Telegram is pleased to announce a new second volume in our hardcover book series, "Fort Worth Memories II: The 1940s, '50s and '60s." This heirloom-quality book will feature historic photos of life in and around Fort Worth from the 1940s through the 1960s. Collections from partnering organizations and contributions from our readers will make this book a unique pictorial retrospective of our community"--Publisher's...
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