Despite the odds of Indian raids; the Civil War; and one mans feud; Weatherford began as a small frontier settlement in the mid-1800s; and quickly grew into a bustling West Texas county seat known for its Victorian beauty; home-grown peaches; and small-town charm. Images of courthouse construction and early pioneering families are among the first glimpses into Weatherfords fascinating history. Other highlights include the development of downtown; forgotten changes to the square; the first city rodeo grounds; photos of the Queen of England sitting for her coronation portrait; as well as rare shots of some of the citys more famous past residents; Larry Hagman and his mother; Mary Martin; and Comanche Chief Quanah Parker. Additional scenes of schools; streets; politics; firemen; parks; hospitals; and residents provide an entertaining and educational illustration of the citys past.
#1473269 in eBooks 2002-10-01 2002-10-01File Name: B00944ZKT4
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