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60 Minutes, Dead Wrong?
produced by Mary Mapes, fl. 2003, Columbia Broadcasting System; interview by Dan Rather, 1931-, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2000), 14 mins
60 Minutes takes a look at the case of Jerry Lee Hogue, who was executed for murder. He insisted on his innocence up until his death. A last-ditch request for DNA testing was turned down. Dan Rather reports.
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produced by Mary Mapes, fl. 2003, Columbia Broadcasting System; interview by Dan Rather, 1931-, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2000), 14 mins
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60 Minutes takes a look at the case of Jerry Lee Hogue, who was executed for murder. He insisted on his innocence up until his death. A last-ditch request for DNA testing was turned down. Dan Rather reports.
Date Written / Recorded
2000-04-11
Field of Study
Media Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
Mary Mapes, fl. 2003, Columbia Broadcasting System
Author / Creator
Dan Rather, 1931-
Date Published / Released
2000-04-11
Publisher
Columbia Broadcasting System
Series
60 Minutes
Person Discussed
Steve Rennick, fl. 2000, Mindy Crawford, fl. 2000, Dan Collison, fl. 2000, Ann Hickman, fl. 2000, Peter Neufeld, fl. 2010-2012, Walter Long, fl. 2000, Rufus Adcock, fl. 2000, Joseph Stewart, fl. 2000, Rob Owen, fl. 2000, Jerry Lee Hogue, 1950-1998, George Walker Bush, 1946-
Topic / Theme
Genetics, Forensics (Evidence), Executions, Capital punishment, Science and Technology
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2000 by Columbia Broadcasting System
Place Discussed
Texas
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Alamo, The Alamo, vol. 1
directed by Darryl Rehr and Joshua Alper; produced by Darryl Rehr and Joshua Alper, in Alamo (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2003), 1 hour 32 mins
Although 'Remember the Alamo' remains among history's most enduring rallying cries, it's also a safe bet that a national poll would reveal that a stunning percentage of those familiar with the phrase hold only a vague notion of its origins. The History Channel Presents: The Alamo aims to remedy this imbalance in f...
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directed by Darryl Rehr and Joshua Alper; produced by Darryl Rehr and Joshua Alper, in Alamo (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2003), 1 hour 32 mins
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Although 'Remember the Alamo' remains among history's most enduring rallying cries, it's also a safe bet that a national poll would reveal that a stunning percentage of those familiar with the phrase hold only a vague notion of its origins. The History Channel Presents: The Alamo aims to remedy this imbalance in four programs that lay siege to and ultimately explode preconceived notions of the abandoned mission that would attain mythical status i...
Although 'Remember the Alamo' remains among history's most enduring rallying cries, it's also a safe bet that a national poll would reveal that a stunning percentage of those familiar with the phrase hold only a vague notion of its origins. The History Channel Presents: The Alamo aims to remedy this imbalance in four programs that lay siege to and ultimately explode preconceived notions of the abandoned mission that would attain mythical status in the drive to bring statehood to Texas. 'Remember the Alamo' (90 minutes) aggressively deconstructs the Alamo myths, employing new research to present a clearer picture of the events surrounding the standoff between Mexican general Santa Anna's troops and a band of Tejano and Anglo-Texan volunteers, including Col. William Barret Travis, Davy Crockett, and Jim Bowie. The strained collaboration of these three is the focus of 'The Real West: The Battle for the Alamo' (50 min.), narrated by Kenny Rogers.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Darryl Rehr, Joshua Alper, Stacy Keach, 1941-
Author / Creator
Darryl Rehr, Joshua Alper
Date Published / Released
2003
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Alamo
Speaker / Narrator
Stacy Keach, 1941-
Person Discussed
James Bowie, 1796-1836, Davy Crockett, 1786-1836, Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, 1794-1876
Topic / Theme
Battles, International relations, Revolutions, Battle of the Alamo, San Antonio, TX, February 23-March 6, 1836, American History, Expansion & Sectionalism (1829–1859), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Copyright 2008 A&E Television Networks
Place Discussed
Mexico, Texas
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General, Fair Park
In 1936, Texas commemorated the 100th anniversary of its independence from Mexico with a series of statewide celebrations. A central exposition was proposed, with four cities waging a sometimes bitter campaign to secure the rights to stage this auspicious event. At stake for the host city was unparalleled national...
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In 1936, Texas commemorated the 100th anniversary of its independence from Mexico with a series of statewide celebrations. A central exposition was proposed, with four cities waging a sometimes bitter campaign to secure the rights to stage this auspicious event. At stake for the host city was unparalleled national exposure and a strong economic boost in the midst of the Great Depression. Using the existing grounds and buildings at Fair Park as th...
In 1936, Texas commemorated the 100th anniversary of its independence from Mexico with a series of statewide celebrations. A central exposition was proposed, with four cities waging a sometimes bitter campaign to secure the rights to stage this auspicious event. At stake for the host city was unparalleled national exposure and a strong economic boost in the midst of the Great Depression. Using the existing grounds and buildings at Fair Park as the basis of its bid, Dallas outhustled and outspent its competitors to be designated as the host city of the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition. The fair was planned by chief architect George Dahl with legions of talented designers and artists who collaborated to produce one of the great American world's fairs of the 1930s. In addition to the centennial celebration, 1936 marked the 50th anniversary of Fair Park as the site of the great State Fair of Texas. Many of the exhibition structures, livestock barns, and sports and performance venues built for the fair over the previous 50 years were incorporated into the new layout and design of the exposition. The architectural style that was applied to the old and new buildings at Fair Park was described as "Texanic," a combination of Texas iconography and classical motifs with the more spare, streamlined regimen of the moderne style. The result was a revelation to the millions of visitors that attended the Texas Centennial Exposition in 1936.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
General
Topic / Theme
Fairs and festivals
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 by Willis Cecil Winters
Place Discussed
Dallas, TX, Texas
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General, Galveston: Playground of the Southwest
Galveston had adopted the moniker "Playground of the Southwest" by the 1920s. This title noted the city's economic revival following the 1900 hurricane. Galvestonians envisioned a tourism industry largely built around its beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, the tranquil water of Galveston Bay, and a year-round mild cli...
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Galveston had adopted the moniker "Playground of the Southwest" by the 1920s. This title noted the city's economic revival following the 1900 hurricane. Galvestonians envisioned a tourism industry largely built around its beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, the tranquil water of Galveston Bay, and a year-round mild climate. Island business leaders also introduced amusement parks, nationally renowned events, and nighttime entertainment venues. By the 1...
Galveston had adopted the moniker "Playground of the Southwest" by the 1920s. This title noted the city's economic revival following the 1900 hurricane. Galvestonians envisioned a tourism industry largely built around its beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, the tranquil water of Galveston Bay, and a year-round mild climate. Island business leaders also introduced amusement parks, nationally renowned events, and nighttime entertainment venues. By the 1930s, in a waning national economy, Galveston saw the quiet return of more questionable tourist businesses including gambling and prostitution, challenging the concepts of the conventional tourism industry until closed by the Texas Rangers in the 1950s. Later in the 20th century, Galveston Historical Foundation leaders who discovered the economics of heritage tourism began promoting the island's captivating history.
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Field of Study
American History
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Book
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
General
Topic / Theme
Leisure time, Vacation spots
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 by W. Dwayne Jones and Jami Durham
Place Discussed
Galveston, TX, Texas
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Growth of A Nation, Part IV, Manifest Destiny
in Growth of A Nation, Part IV (Chesterton, IN: Media Rich Learning, 2017), 22 mins
In the first half of the 19th century, Americans pushed westward across the Appalachians, the Mississippi River, and the Rocky Mountains, en route to the Pacific Ocean. The frontier experience shaped the American character. At the same time, land hunger, gold fever, and the pursuit of "Manifest Destiny" resulted i...
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In the first half of the 19th century, Americans pushed westward across the Appalachians, the Mississippi River, and the Rocky Mountains, en route to the Pacific Ocean. The frontier experience shaped the American character. At the same time, land hunger, gold fever, and the pursuit of "Manifest Destiny" resulted in the removal of many American Indian nations, acquisition of vast swaths of Mexico through the Mexican-American War, and a painful deb...
In the first half of the 19th century, Americans pushed westward across the Appalachians, the Mississippi River, and the Rocky Mountains, en route to the Pacific Ocean. The frontier experience shaped the American character. At the same time, land hunger, gold fever, and the pursuit of "Manifest Destiny" resulted in the removal of many American Indian nations, acquisition of vast swaths of Mexico through the Mexican-American War, and a painful debate over the expansion of slavery.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
2017
Publisher
Media Rich Learning
Series
Growth of A Nation
Person Discussed
James Knox Polk, fl. 1867, Winfield Scott, 1786-1866, Zachary Taylor, Samuel Pablo Houston, 1793-1863, Antonio López de Santa Anna, 1794-1876
Topic / Theme
Frontier and pioneer life, Admission of states to U.S., Battles, Annexation of land, Internal migration, U.S. Annexation of Texas, 1845, California Gold Rush, 1849, Oregon Treaty, June 15, 1846, Mexican-American War, 1846-1848, Battle of the Alamo, San Antonio, TX, February 23-March 6, 1836, Migration and Diaspora, War and Violence, Expansion & Sectionalism (1829–1859), Industrialization and W...
Frontier and pioneer life, Admission of states to U.S., Battles, Annexation of land, Internal migration, U.S. Annexation of Texas, 1845, California Gold Rush, 1849, Oregon Treaty, June 15, 1846, Mexican-American War, 1846-1848, Battle of the Alamo, San Antonio, TX, February 23-March 6, 1836, Migration and Diaspora, War and Violence, Expansion & Sectionalism (1829–1859), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Place Discussed
Mexico, Texas, California, Oregon Territory (Historical Place), United States
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Images of America, African Americans of Galveston
in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2013), 128 page(s),
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In the 19th century, Galveston shores were a gateway for immigrants to Texas and destinations beyond. Slaves, the forced immigrants, were brought to Galveston as property for sale. The largest slave trade operation in Galveston was implemented by Jean Laffite, a pirate. His slave trade business began around 1818....
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In the 19th century, Galveston shores were a gateway for immigrants to Texas and destinations beyond. Slaves, the forced immigrants, were brought to Galveston as property for sale. The largest slave trade operation in Galveston was implemented by Jean Laffite, a pirate. His slave trade business began around 1818. However, for the most part, slaves entering the port of Galveston were destined for other Texas cities and other states. Images of Am...
In the 19th century, Galveston shores were a gateway for immigrants to Texas and destinations beyond. Slaves, the forced immigrants, were brought to Galveston as property for sale. The largest slave trade operation in Galveston was implemented by Jean Laffite, a pirate. His slave trade business began around 1818. However, for the most part, slaves entering the port of Galveston were destined for other Texas cities and other states. Images of America: African Americans of Galveston presents the community life and accomplishments of Galveston slaves, the descendants of slaves, and descendants of those who migrated to Galveston after the Civil War. The book celebrates Galveston’s African American culture from the 1840s to the 1960s.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Persons
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2013 by Tommie D. Boudreaux and Alice M. Gatson
Place Discussed
Galveston, TX, Texas
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Images of America, Anderson County
in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing), 128 page(s),
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From its roots in the unbroken wilderness of central East Texas, Anderson County has overcome many adversities to become the crossroads of East Texas. In the 1830s, rugged pioneers came to the fertile Trinity River Valley to carve out a place for themselves from the untamed country. These pioneers began a settleme...
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From its roots in the unbroken wilderness of central East Texas, Anderson County has overcome many adversities to become the crossroads of East Texas. In the 1830s, rugged pioneers came to the fertile Trinity River Valley to carve out a place for themselves from the untamed country. These pioneers began a settlement along a stream about 10 miles east of the Trinity River in what would become Anderson County. Other families joined their effort,...
From its roots in the unbroken wilderness of central East Texas, Anderson County has overcome many adversities to become the crossroads of East Texas. In the 1830s, rugged pioneers came to the fertile Trinity River Valley to carve out a place for themselves from the untamed country. These pioneers began a settlement along a stream about 10 miles east of the Trinity River in what would become Anderson County. Other families joined their effort, and Fort Houston was soon built in 1835-1836 to protect settlers from the dangers inherent to the wild frontier. Lost in the passage of time, many communities no longer exist. Today the principal towns are Palestine, Frankston, and Elkhart, but many other communities contribute to the quality of life across the county.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 by Beverly Odom, Louise Goff, and the Anderson County Historical Commission
Place Discussed
Anderson County, TX, Texas
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Images of America, Around Farmersville
in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2011), 128 page(s),
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In 1900, due to its cotton production, Farmersville was the wealthiest Texas town of its size, with a population of 1,856. Originally called Sugar Hill, the town gradually moved to another location a few miles away. Because most residents during those years survived by farming and raising their own food, they name...
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In 1900, due to its cotton production, Farmersville was the wealthiest Texas town of its size, with a population of 1,856. Originally called Sugar Hill, the town gradually moved to another location a few miles away. Because most residents during those years survived by farming and raising their own food, they named their community Farmersville. Fortunate to have such rich black soil, Farmersville became a hub of cotton production. During the 19...
In 1900, due to its cotton production, Farmersville was the wealthiest Texas town of its size, with a population of 1,856. Originally called Sugar Hill, the town gradually moved to another location a few miles away. Because most residents during those years survived by farming and raising their own food, they named their community Farmersville. Fortunate to have such rich black soil, Farmersville became a hub of cotton production. During the 1920s and 1930s, onions became the money crop. Nearly every farmer had onions planted, and 1,000 railroad cars a year were filled with onions that shipped throughout the nation. Farmersville had certainly lived up to its name. In later years, farming declined in Collin County, but the town has adjusted to that loss and thrives today without forgetting its farming roots.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 by Pansy Hundley
Place Discussed
Farmersville, TX, Texas
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Images of America, Around Sanger
in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2011), 128 page(s),
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in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2011), 128 page(s),
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 by Helen (Seely) Bounds, Tona (Batis) Payne, Nancy (Campbell) Smith, and Sanger Area Historical Society
Place Discussed
Sanger, TX, Texas
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Images of America, Around Timpson
in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2011), 128 page(s),
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A chant used by dice players during both world wars and later made into a song recorded by Tex Ritter, “Tenaha, Timpson, Bobo, and Blair” made the rural area surrounding Timpson internationally recognized. Situated along the northwest border of Shelby County, the city of Timpson sprang up almost overnight when...
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A chant used by dice players during both world wars and later made into a song recorded by Tex Ritter, “Tenaha, Timpson, Bobo, and Blair” made the rural area surrounding Timpson internationally recognized. Situated along the northwest border of Shelby County, the city of Timpson sprang up almost overnight when the Houston East and West Texas Railroad reached its present site in 1885. The city quickly became the major shipping point for the ar...
A chant used by dice players during both world wars and later made into a song recorded by Tex Ritter, “Tenaha, Timpson, Bobo, and Blair” made the rural area surrounding Timpson internationally recognized. Situated along the northwest border of Shelby County, the city of Timpson sprang up almost overnight when the Houston East and West Texas Railroad reached its present site in 1885. The city quickly became the major shipping point for the area, with four railroads connecting at Timpson by 1904. Notable in the city's history is its sacrifice of young lives during two world wars. The Timpson Guard Company was called into national service during both wars, and during World War I, Company B, 3rd Texas Infantry was said to have had more commissioned officers than any unit from towns of comparable size. Beginning in the mid-1940s, population slowly declined as families sought opportunities elsewhere. Still predominately rural, Timpson is set to enjoy a steady revitalization as recent gas exploration spurs its growth. Timpson has had its share of tragedy, intrigue, and notable residents, but its lasting legacy comes from the honest, hardworking people who have called Timpson home.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011 by the Timpson Area Genealogical and Historical Society
Place Discussed
Texas, Timpson, TX
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