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Scotsman in Hunt County

Sandy (as he was called) Cameron was born in Scotland on June 17, 1833, the same year of the Falling Stars over Alabama. He first went to Travis County in 1851 when he came to America, but within six months … Continue reading

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Hunt County Historical Commission

One of my favorite groups is the Hunt County Historical Commission. We meet every other month during the year, discuss historical topics while developing a friendship. There are no fees, no refreshments, no speakers. We just talk about the history … Continue reading

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Ace Pitcher from Center Point

Did you know that two men from Hunt County have set records for baseball? We are all aware of Monty Stratton, the Chicago White Sox pitcher who lost one leg in a hunting event. But who was the other professional … Continue reading

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Raising Livestock

The first Anglo settlers in Hunt County realized that the best product of their new land was not cotton, but cattle, sheep, and horses. All three had multiple tributes that included hides and food. To add to the choice was … Continue reading

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Holiday Traditions in Greenville

For more than forty years Hunt County residents have gathered on Park Street at Kavanaugh Methodist Church. It is definitely one of the most successful activities of the year. The event begins at the East End of Park Street and … Continue reading

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More from Georgia Walden

Our friend Georgia Walden, newspaper columnist for the Commerce Journal from the northeast part of Hunt County, wrote the following. “The N. E. Corner is always luxuriating in some good thing. One week it is glorious spring time, sunshine and … Continue reading

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Weird Weather in Texas

Just after the Great Blizzard demolished power plants all over Texas, we had a lovely spring-like spell. It was a little dry although. We needed a bit of moisture. Instead of a little bit, we received a deluge of rain … Continue reading

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Spring is on the Way

Spring is definitely on its way. My pink tulips have finished blooming, and the red ones are gorgeous. What shrubs that survived look well, but not splendid. Trees are another question. My oleander is as dead as a door nail, … Continue reading

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Etta Booth Mayo and Carrie Nation

Bettina Zvanut at the Commerce Public Library and I have been working on information of two interesting women. Recently, Bettina put together this piece that I am submitting. Maybe someone can add to our knowledge of Etta Booth Mayo of … Continue reading

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Courthouse Burned One Year After Construction

In June 1870 a young attorney arrived in Greenville. T. D. Montrose wrote that when he first saw the courthouse, it was a two-story brick structure, much shackled and dilapidated with dimensions of about 40 feet by 40 feet. It … Continue reading

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