Monthly Archives: February 2021

Quinlan: The Newcomer in Hunt County

Several persons have asked on media sources, if books about Greenville exist. The answer is definitely. Many were written by citizens who knew the early settlers, who heard stories those old timers repeated, and may have actually witnessed historic events. … Continue reading

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Isolation on the Blackland Prairie

Such sad news that the Delphian Club announced, after more than 100 years they have decided to disband “due to COVID-19 and the age of members.” It was a wise decision, albeit sad for Commerce. Four years before in February … Continue reading

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Northeast Texas bears his legacy

Ask anyone who has lived in Greenville or other parts of Northeast Texas for a long time who they think has done the most benefit for the area and the answer will probably be Rep. Sam Rayburn. Some say that … Continue reading

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