Texas Ship Supplies
This warehouse is still standing today at 3205 Harrisburg, although it looks slightly different. Most of the glass panes have…
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Photos of places frequented by past Houstonians.
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Underwood Typewriter Co
Today, the 609 Main @ Texas tower occupies the lower half of this block.
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W. Keating Pool Parlor
Judging from the crowd, it looks like W. Keating’s was a hot spot for Houston’s men to gather and play…
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Yates Colored High School
Yates Colored High School, named after Reverend John Henry “Jack” Yates, was built in February of 1926 at 2610 Elgin…
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Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church Class
Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist church was originally founded in 1872 and located at 2800 Conti @ Clark Street. The contemporary…
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Wall & Stabe Co. Undertakers
The photo seen here was taken in 1911, 2 years after Wall & Stabe moved their business to this 1101…
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A brief history of Houston’s Grand Central Station
Grand Central Station was built in 1887 and located on Washington Avenue between 7th and 8th streets. It was remodeled…
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W. A. Knight Veterinary Hospital
Below is a 1907 Sanborn map clipping showing the future location of W. A. Knight’s business. In the clipping, the…