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I’ve discovered  the secrets that are hidden in the Big Bend region, where legends and folklore surround the lost gold mines of this remote land. From daring outlaws and brave pioneers to vanished miners and cursed expeditions, this podcast episode explores the intriguing quest to uncover one of the most elusive gold mines in Texas history.

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References:
John Jameson, “Big Bend National Park,” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed April 13, 2024, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/big-bend-national-park.

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Kathy Alexander, “The Lost Bill Kelley Mine” Legends of America, accessed April 12, 2024, https://www.legendsofamerica.com/bill-kelley-mine/

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During WWII, men were sent off to fight. Those who were pilots, were sent to combat missions. Women were now able to step into pilot roles now, than ever before. It wasn't easy or pretty, but they did it. Listen as Michelle talks about the amazing strives the Women's Airforce Service Pilots made during the war efforts. 

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Discover the story behind the annual tradition of Fredericksburg's Easter fires that occurs on the Saturday before Easter. From Comanche fights to German settlers, the history might surprise you!

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Terry G. Jordan, “Easter Fires,” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed March 26, 2024, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/easter-fires.

Published by the Texas State Historical Association.

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 The small town of Marfa, Texas holds a mystery that has baffled locals and visitors for generations—the unexplained Marfa Lights.

                                                                                        References

Visit Marfa. Retrieved March 22, 2024 from, 

https://visitmarfa.com/visit/page/marfa-lights

Wikipedia contributors. (2024, March 21). Marfa lights. In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Retrieved 03:05, March 23, 2024, from https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Marfa_lights&oldid=1214887633

Julia Cauble Smith, “Marfa Lights,” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed March 23, 2024, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/marfa-lights.

Published by the Texas State Historical Association.

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Have you ever driven by an abandoned mansion or ranch house and wondered how such a beautiful piece of real estate could be left neglected? If only the walls could talk. What would they say? What stories would they tell? Today we will dig into 3 old houses in Texas including: Trueheart Ranch, Varner-Hogg Plantation and Bishop's Palace.

                                                                                            References

The History of Trueheart. Retrieved March 13, 2024 from, 

https://thetruehearthotel.com/history/

Retrieved March 13, 2024 from, 

https://www.sariverauthority.org/parks-trails/master-plans/

Orta Phoenix. “Digitally Mapping Varner-Hogg Plantation,” Rice University, accessed online from, 

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/7cbd1b6875454688b0f4f0d1a40f2f99

May 2010. The Bishop's Palace: A Galveston Treasure, “Humanities Texas”, accessed March, 16, 2024 from, https://www.humanitiestexas.org/news/articles/bishops-palace-galveston-treasure

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From a devastating potato disease to shamrocks and leprechauns,  St. Patrick's Day in Texas is not only a celebration of Irish heritage but also a testament to the diverse culture and the contributions of its immigrant communities to its rich cultural landscape of Texas.

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History.com Retrieved March 5, 2024 from, https://www.history.com/topics/immigration/irish-potato-famine

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The 1938 pecan shellers strike in San Antonio, Texas, was a significant event in labor history, particularly for the Mexican American community. The strike began in January 1938 and lasted for several months, primarily involving Mexican American women who worked in the pecan-shelling industry.

The pecan shellers, who were predominantly women, were protesting against low wages, poor working conditions, and unfair labor practices by the employers. Many of these workers were immigrants or descendants of immigrants from Mexico and were often subjected to exploitation and discrimination. But one woman, Emma Tenayuca will be remembered most.  

                                                                                         References

Kids Britannica Online. Retrieved February 22, 2024 from, https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/Pecan-Shellers-Strike/633699

Richard Croxdale, “Pecan-Shellers' Strike,” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed February 23, 2024, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/pecan-shellers-strike.

Patricia E Gower, “The Pecan Shellers Strike”, The University of Incarnate Word, accessed February 23, 2024, https://www.uiw.edu/sanantonio/gower.html

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Elizabeth Ellen Johnson or Lizzie was born in 1840, a time when women’s rights were still not fully accepted. She became a pioneer in women’s history, pushing the limits, challenging the norms of society and proving that women can be as tough as leather. She was smart. She was fierce. She was the Cattle Queen of Texas on the Chisholm Trail.

                                                                                   References

AustinTexas.gov. (2021, March 12) Elizabeth (Lizzie) Johnson Williams. Austintexas.gov. Retrieved January 15, 2024 from, https://www.austintexas.gov/blog/elizabeth-lizzie-johnson-williams

"The Cattle Industry In The American West" History on the Net © 2000-2024, Salem Media. Retrieved January 13, 2024 from, https://www.historyonthenet.com/american-west-the-cattle-industry

Texas Historical Commission. (2017) The Chisholm Trail: A guide for heritage travelers. Texas Historical Commission. Retrieved January 12, 2024 from,  https://www.thc.texas.gov/public/upload/chisholm-trail-2021.pdf

Roberta S. Duncan, “Williams, Elizabeth Ellen Johnson [Lizzie],” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed January 15, 2024, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/williams-elizabeth-ellen-johnson-lizzie.

https://sweetheartsofthewest.blogspot.com/2016/07/the-cattle-queen-of-texas-elizabeth.html

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 Many early conquistadors thought Texas land was going to be useless. Then came the 1800s.  A man named Pattillo Higgins had big dreams of something deep inside the earth that he was sure would make him rich. Listen as I discuss the history of oil and the men who found it in Texas.  Visit https://www.michellegauthor.com/podcast-texas-history-for-kids for links to educational resources. 

                                                                                  Resources
 Etienne-Gray, T (2020, Sept 16). Higgins, Pattillo (1863-1955). Texas State 

Historical Association. https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/higgins-pattillo

History.com Editors (2019, June 10). Spindletop. History.com. https://www.history.com/topics/landmarks/spindletop

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This podcast not only celebrates Bessie Coleman's historic accomplishments but also highlights the importance of believing in oneself and breaking down barriers. It's a great informative story to listen to during Black History Month!

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                                                                                      References

https://www.abhmuseum.org/education-for-blacks-in-the-jim-crow-south/

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/flygirls-bessie-coleman/

Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Marcus Garvey". Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Dec. 2023, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Marcus-Garvey. Accessed 16 January 2024.

http://www.bessiecoleman.org/bio-bessie-coleman.php

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