Category Archives: Greenville

Neola

Posted on July 10, 2017 by admin

Drive down State Highway 34 to the traffic light at FM 1570; turn left and in a short time you will be on the north side of the hamlet of Neola. Actually Edgewood Drive marks the entrance to Neola. James … Continue reading →

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Does the End Justify the Means?

Posted on June 11, 2017 by admin

Does the end justify the means? This age old question is at the core of today’s article and the one I plan to write next week. Comments are welcome. By 1839 Anglos hoping to claim land along the Red River … Continue reading →

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Death at Bastogne

Posted on May 28, 2017 by admin

Fighting around the Belgian town of Bastogne was furious the first two weeks of January 1945. The German Army was determined to push through on their way to the harbor at Antwerp. Standing in the way was United States’ Third … Continue reading →

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One of My Favorite Places

Posted on May 24, 2017 by admin

A few weeks ago, I slipped off to Commerce to one of my very special places, the archives at Gee Library on the campus of Texas A&M University Commerce. On the fourth floor with windows on the north and west … Continue reading →

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World War I Projects

Posted on May 23, 2017 by admin

I think we all know that we are in the midst of the 100th Anniversary of World War I, the war that was supposed to end all wars. I know that I have written many words about it. But I … Continue reading →

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What’s Ahead?

Posted on April 30, 2017 by admin

April 1917 was an emotional time for the United States. Greenville and Hunt County were certainly included in the proud, patriotic, and frightening future. On April 6, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson signed the Declaration of War against Germany and Austria-Hungary. … Continue reading →

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Dancing Cheek to Cheek at Hotel Washington

Posted on April 23, 2017 by admin

For a special group of Greenville citizens, the 1920s meant fun, laughter, outlandish pranks, and a break from staid customs of the past. As the popular song of the day suggested, “Anything Goes” and it did in Greenville, Texas. With … Continue reading →

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An Awesome April

Posted on April 2, 2017 by admin

Daily newspapers often delight us, bring giggles and tears, and tear at our heartstrings. Such was April 1917. Normally spring brought news of baseball and track meets to Greenville and Hunt County. While these sports captured the readers’ attention, national … Continue reading →

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While Strolling, Take in the Historic Sites

Posted on March 26, 2017 by admin

While enjoying the Greenville Downtown Stroll next Saturday night, take in a few historic sites. Start at the northeast corner of the square with the Fred Ende Chapter # 87 of International Order of Odd Fellows, the second oldest fraternal … Continue reading →

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William Etier

Posted on March 12, 2017 by admin

The United States in the 19th Century did not allow women many rights. They were considered too delicate to handle finances or to manage their own businesses. Economics were too complex for their understanding. It was the duty of fathers, … Continue reading →

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