Wednesday, June 25th, 2014 in collection highlights, collections, research.
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In Austin in late 1884-1885, 8 individuals were murdered by what was known as the “Servant Girl Killer.” The victims included Mollie Smith, Eliza Shelley, Irene Cross, Mary Ramey, Orange Washingon, Gracie Vance, Susan Hancock, and Eula Phillips. From http://www.servantgirlmurders.com/: The Servant Girl Murders were a series of crimes, including eight murders, carried out by an elusive […]
Monday, June 2nd, 2014 in news.
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The Archives extends a big thank you to the following University of Texas iSchool students, who generously donated their time to rebox and sort approximately 800 cubic feet of records: Emily Johnson, Megan Martinsen, Lisa Ellis, and Rachel Winston. The records had previously been stored in a non-climate controlled warehouse, and included records dating as […]
Wednesday, May 28th, 2014 in Travis County History Day.
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Soon after Travis County was established in 1840, the population was reported to be a mere 856 residents. This number grew quickly, however, and by 1850 it had surpassed 3,000. The city of Austin grew faster than the county as a whole, but most county residents lived in small communities, and the area was still […]
Friday, January 3rd, 2014 in news.
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Some news for the new year: the Archives is pleased to announce that it is the recipient of a $6,000 preservation assessment grant from the National Endowment of the Humanities. This is the Archives’ first awarded grant. The grant money will be used to pay for a consultant from Amigos Library Services to assess the […]
Wednesday, October 30th, 2013 in events, people, Travis County History Day.
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We thank everyone who came out to celebrate our 6th annual Travis County History Day! Held on October 25, the event focused on the topic of Travis County law enforcement history and was a great success! The program was emceed by Commissioner Margaret Gómez and featured special speakers Doyne Bailey, Sheriff of Travis County from […]
Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 in events, Travis County History Day.
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Mark your calendars! Click on the poster for a larger image.
Monday, April 29th, 2013 in news.
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When sorting through early county records, you never know what you might find. Certain types of documents give you pause, especially those that just look “old” – they are worn, fragile, with handwritten script in fading ink. The date is one of the first things you check – and when that date actually predates your […]
Thursday, January 31st, 2013 in news, Travis County Historical Commission.
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On January 22, 2013, the Travis County Commissioners Court presented the Historical Commission with a 2011 Distinguished Service Award, recognition from the Texas Historical Commission for an “active and well-balanced preservation program.” Members in attendance to receive the framed award were Adrienne Risom, Margie Alford, May Schmidt, Marty Moulthrop, Nancy Hamilton, Bob Ward, Danny Camacho, Shawn Malone, and […]
Thursday, December 6th, 2012 in Uncategorized.
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The fifth annual Travis County History Day was a success! Thanks to all of you who were able to make it to the event. Held on October 26, 2012, the event celebrated Travis County: Then and Now, by looking at the ways the county has changed over its history. The event took place at 700 […]
Monday, September 10th, 2012 in Travis County History Day.
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