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How to Get Started with Your Family History

Description: Document providing introductory information about how to begin researching genealogy and family history.
Date: unknown
Creator: Dallas Genealogical Society
Partner: Dallas Genealogical Society

The Memoirs of Gary Schutza: "My Days at White Oak" 1931-1950

Description: Memoir of Gary A. Schutza, discussing his childhood, family, and experiences growing up working in his parent's store, the "White Oak." There are several photos and newspaper clippings included and the book is organized into sections, including "White Oak Dances," "The Hot Summers," and "West High."
Date: 2011?
Creator: Schutza, Gary A.
Partner: History of West Museum

Reflections of an Immigrant

Description: Autobiogrpahy of John E. Lasovica, describing his childhood in Liptal, a town in modern-day Czech Republic, how his family immigrated to West, Texas, and his adult life in Hopewell, Virginia. His discusses how he learned to speak English, moving for various jobs, and his family.
Date: March 1984
Creator: Lastovica, John E.
Partner: History of West Museum

Texas Slave Cases

Description: A document composed of brief descriptions of all cases in Texas where the enslaved served as plaintiffs, victims, property, or criminal defendants. The list was compiled by a criminal defense attorney who wanted to help historians with their research into legal cases involving enslaved people in Texas. The court cases are categorized in sections listed in the Table of Contents on page 2: Slaves under Spanish and Mexican Law, Freeing Slaves, Free Negroes of African Descent who Sold Themselves, C… more
Date: 2018-08~
Creator: Hampton, Keith S.
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[I am Michelle Barnes]

Description: I am Michelle Barnes, Artist and co-founder of the Community Artists' Collective. We are deeply rooted in the heritage of Houston's 3rd Ward. We are deeply committed to serving all people of Houston though our art related work with individuals and other organizations across the city. It is good and I appreciate this opportunity to share this particular time and space m=with my colleagues in service to the people of our city and country to symbolize the ties we have with each other and many othe… more
Date: unknown
Creator: Barnes, Michelle
Partner: Rice University Woodson Research Center

The Dropout Dilemma: Searching for Formulas That Work

Description: Report on people who drop out of school with a focus on vocational education as a way to find people another option to traditional schooling.
Date: June 1988
Creator: Texas Council on Vocational Education
Partner: UNT Libraries Government Documents Department

[List of Names and Numbers]

Description: A two-column list of names, each followed by a number, some with an "x" at the end. There is also a calculation at the end.
Date: unknown
Partner: Rice University Woodson Research Center

[List of Furniture]

Description: A list containing three columns that appear to include a quantity, item name or description, and amount or cost. Items appear to be furnishings, including chairs, tubs, and wardrobes.
Date: unknown
Partner: Rice University Woodson Research Center

[Memorandum of Furniture and Bedding]

Description: A list titled "Memorandum of Furniture and Bedding for Mrs. B." which includes various items and quantities, including bedsteads, mattresses, pillows, chairs, and other items.
Date: unknown
Partner: Rice University Woodson Research Center
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