Third volume of a book describing all aspects of the history of Travis County and Austin, Texas. These two chapters describe the establishment of the capitol at Austin in 1838 and other people, places, and events of significance from 1838 to 1840.
The Travis County Historical Commission was established in 1963, enabled by the Texas Legislature, which provided the framework for such commissions in every county. The Commission was originally called the Travis County Historical Survey Committee and updated the name in 1972 to better describe its mission.
Added Title:
Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin: Chapter 6
Added Title:
Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin: Chapter 7. 1840
Description
Third volume of a book describing all aspects of the history of Travis County and Austin, Texas. These two chapters describe the establishment of the capitol at Austin in 1838 and other people, places, and events of significance from 1838 to 1840.
Physical Description
[196] p. ; 28 cm.
Notes
"Chapters VI-VII."
This volume has the name "Amelia Williams" handwritten at the front of the book.
Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin (From the Earliest Times to the Close of 1875): Index, ark:/67531/metapth841229
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Rescuing Texas History, 2015
This compilation of newspapers, photographs, and other materials provides a glimpse into the diverse people and fascinating places that have contributed to the growth of Texas.
Brown, Frank.Annals of Travis County and of the City of Austin (From the Earliest Times to the Close of 1875): Volume 3,
book,
Date Unknown;
(https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth841236/:
accessed May 16, 2024),
University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu;
crediting Travis County Historical Commission.