Category Archives: Historical tidbits

Scotsman in Hunt County

Posted on August 2, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on July 27, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on July 20, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on July 6, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on June 26, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on May 8, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on May 1, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on April 24, 2021 by admin

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

Posted on April 17, 2021 by admin

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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The Adaptable Courthouse

Posted on March 27, 2021 by admin

Ninety years ago, the courthouse at Greenville became the center of Hunt County and remains a very important part of the county even today. Since one of the district court rooms has been modified to allow trials to take place … Continue reading →

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