“Sig Byrd’s Houston,” by Houston’s very own Sigman Byrd, has found a permanent home on my bookshelf
Sig Byrd’s Houston is a collection of stories written by a man who took the time and effort to explore…
Byrd Watching
Texas History
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Segregated waiting room in Palestine, TX
This photo was taken in a medical clinic within Palestine, Texas by a photographer only known as “Watkins.” Note the…
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NASA Space Center
I stumbled across a wonderful collection of photos taken by Bert Brandt at what was then referred to as the…
Uncovering Houston
Houston’s Farmer’s Market on the Bayou
Before the Wortham Theater Center, there was a Farmer’s Market right on the Buffalo Bayou. Well, actually…before Wortham Theater Center,…
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Wall & Stabe Co. Undertakers
At the time of this photo, Wall & Stabe had only been at the Fannin St location for a little…
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Crossing on a Green
In the background is the Great Jones building (708 Main), built in 1921, which is still standing today.
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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…
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Southwestern Paper Co.
This would have been located approximately where the right section of POST is today.
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Cotton Compress worker taking a break
Phenomenal photo of a hard-working man taking a break to hydrate. Look at the beads of sweat on his back,…
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Downtown crossing at a greenlight
These Houstonians appear to be crossing Main street from the 1000 block of Capitol to the 900 block of Capitol.…
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Standard Stables
Today, the Harris County 280th District Court, Houston City Auditor’s Office, and the Harris County Juvenile Justice center occupy the…
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Texas Warehouse Co.
The Texas Warehouse Co. was originally located at the corner of Cedar and Baker Streets. Today, Cedar street no longer…