Monthly Archives: August 2020

An Undertold Marker in Hunt County

Posted on August 29, 2020 by admin

Hunt County officially received its one-hundredth Texas Historical Marker recently. This was not a normal historical marker, but only one of two special markers here in Hunt County. Both are considered Undertold Markers, a very unique way to recognize local … Continue reading →

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Finally, the Right to Vote

Posted on August 22, 2020 by admin

Way back in 1848, a large group of women gathered in Seneca Falls, New York, to discuss three important issues facing Americans. Abolition, Temperance, and Women’s Suffrage were the topics; but the major issue was Women’s Suffrage. It would determine … Continue reading →

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What Happened to the Olympic Flag?

Posted on August 15, 2020 by admin

This year we won’t be able to watch the Olympics, hundreds of well-trained athletes will stay at home, and the whole Summer Olympics will be remembered as the one that wasn’t. A pandemic killed this world-wide sporting event as World … Continue reading →

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Touring Bucolic Hunt County

Posted on August 8, 2020 by admin

Last weekend we slipped out of our In-Shelter place and went for a drive. South Sulphur Cemetery was our goal, but we investigated other spots in northeast Hunt County along the way. It was a pleasant Sunday morning, with lots … Continue reading →

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Fun Field Trip in Hunt County

Posted on August 1, 2020 by admin

We all need something to do this summer, something we can do in small groups or even alone, and something with beauty and intrigue. What I propose is relatively cheap as long as gas for the car is, can be … Continue reading →

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