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The goal of this lesson plan is to give background information on the Karankawa tribe. These background information ranges from knowing where their territory is located, their dietary supplements, their weapons and tools, and their language and…

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After the Civil War, in 1865 a myriad amount of people remained enslaved. The reason being was due to Word of slavery end news traveled slowly, especially for those who were isolated from the Union armies- where life continued as if freedom did not…

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Caption: Jose Yanez Pington men's singles winner.

"Join the Strike." El Cuhamil, February 6, 1976.
A newspaper clip convincing farmers from the Rio Grande Valley to join the strikes to fight for farmer's rights.

Shary Exhibit poster FINAL.jpg
Original poster for physical exhibit

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Sharyland and Mission Founders
Brief biographical information and photos of John H. and Mary Shary and their children.

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John H. Shary's Pharmacist Certificate (1908)

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A biography of John H. Shary. He is described as a the "father of the Texas citrus industry." The biography includes an insight of his education and businesses. It also includes a portrait photograph of John Shary. This biography was done for his…

Bazan and Longoria listed among people killed
Jesus Bazán and Antonio Longoria were two prominent Mexican-American residents of South Texas. In September 1915, armed robbers hijacked them for their horses their supplies. When the two men reported the incident to Texas Ranger Capt. Henry Lee…

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J.T. Canales (c. 1905), 29th State Legislature. Image from State Preservation Board.
José Tomás "J.T." Canales (1877–1976) was an attorney and judge, civil rights advocate and state legislator, who moved to Brownsville in 1903. 

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A newspaper article about how police officers and Sheriff Raymond Teller were released out of jail by paying $1,500 bonds. They were expected to court the following Monday of this publication.

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Article in Edinburg High School Yearbook about the intramural programs

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Caption: Karl Strong and Leo Compos eagerly wait for coach John Barker to toss the ball in the air.

[map] Texas as it was in 1835 under Mexican rule
A historical map titled “Texas as it was in 1835 under Mexican Rule” shows the region of Texas and surrounding areas during the period before the Texas Revolution. The map is lightly tinted and bordered with an ornate decorative frame. It includes…

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Colored image from the cover of the 1963 Pan American College yearbook

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Colored image from the cover of the 1967 Pan American College yearbook

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Image of bronco printed on the cover of the silver anniversary edition of El Bronco

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Image of scorpion printed on the cover of the 1990 Texas Southmost College yearbook

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Image of scorpion printed on the cover of the 1989 Texas Southmost College yearbook

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Image of scorpion printed on the cover of the 1978 Texas Southmost College yearbook

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Image of scorpion printed on the cover of the 1966 Texas Southmost College yearbook

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Image of scorpion printed on the cover of the 1962 Texas Southmost College yearbook

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Image of scorpion printed on the cover of the 1960 Texas Southmost College yearbook

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