Hell on Wheels
Hell on Wheels

Author: David Blanke

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13:

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A fascinating look at the rise and growing popularity of the automobile during the first half of twentieth-century America, which brought with it a dark undercurrent. On the one hand, Americans embraced the newfound sense of freedom and mobility embodied by the automobile; on the other, they grew increasingly anxious about and fearful of the enormous threat that cars--and car accidents--posed to public safety.

Springs of Texas
Springs of Texas

Author: Gunnar M. Brune

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 616

ISBN-13: 9781585441969

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This text explores the natural history of Texas and more than 2900 springs in 183 Texas counties. It also includes an in-depth discussion of the general characteristics of springs - their physical and prehistoric settings, their historical significance, and their associated flora and fauna.

The Jupe Family Heritage Book
The Jupe Family Heritage Book

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Publisher:

Published: 1982

Total Pages: 924

ISBN-13:

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John Jupe (1829-1907) and his wife, Theresa/Theresia Ermler (1828-1899) were both born in Selesia, Prussia and both died in Tours, Texas. She immigrated to New York in 1854. They lived in Ohio and Illinois and later settled in Texas. Descendants remained chiefly in Texas.