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Rare, short-lived Texas newspaper from its first capital...
Rare, short-lived Texas newspaper from its first capital...
Item # 690173
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June 30, 1888
THE OLD CAPITOL, Columbia, Texas, June 30, 1888 Yes, Columbia--now known as West Columbia--was the first formal capital of Texas, established in 1836. A quite rare title which existed for less than 2 years. Only one institution has a substantial holding of this title and its file is not complete.
The front page has: "BRAZORIA COUNTY" "Richest Dirt On Earth" "Most Delightful Climate--Salubrious and Healthful!" "God's Own Country and the Immigrants' Paradise".
Four pages, 19 1/4 by 12 1/4 inches, small binding holes along the spine, some margin chipping & a few minor archival mends. Somewhat fragile so it should be handled carefully.
Category: Post-Civil War
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