Samuel W. Woolford and Bess Carroll Woolford papers, 1834-1979; (1930-1975)

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Samuel W. Woolford and Bess Carroll Woolford papers, 1834-1979; (1930-1975)

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The collection's manuscripts, research notes and other material document Texas history and folklore. A large number of Texas newspapers are also included. Most of the material dates from 1930-1975. Mr. Woolford wrote a column in the San Antonio Light from 1955 to 1975. The "Woolford's Tales" column spanned topics such as Texan archeology, Texan history and biographies of Texans. Most of these columns are in the collection. Additional writings by Mr. Woolford and his wife as well as their collection of Texana are held within this collection.

39 boxes, 20 linear feet.

University of Texas at San Antonio, John Peace Library (JPL)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7431227

University of Texas at San Antonio, John Peace Library (JPL)

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Witte memorial museum

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Woolford, Bess Carroll.

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Woolford, S. W. (Sam W.)

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Sam Woolford was a journalist for the San Antonio Light from 1919 to 1950, serving as Sunday editor and city editor. From 1955 to 1975, the Light published a weekly column on Texas life and history, Woolford's Tales, for which Mr. Woolford is best known. Mr. Woolford's wife Bess, also a writer, is known for her history of the Witte Museum, among other works. They shared an interest in Texas history and culture. They wrote both jointly and independently on the subject and acquired a large collect...