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Inset of 1835 Texas Map
![[map] Texas as it was in 1835 under Mexican rule](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/0ff0ef70619737c6081fcc9b21be7c37.jpg "[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…
Intramural Basketball Teams Prepare for Face Off, 1983
Caption: Karl Strong and Leo Compos eagerly wait for coach John Barker to toss the ball in the air.
Intramurals - sports without the uniform
Article in Edinburg High School Yearbook about the intramural programs
Investigation To Be Second Made in Case
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.
J.T. Canales (1877–1976)
José Tomás "J.T." Canales (1877–1976) was an attorney and judge, civil rights advocate and state legislator, who moved to Brownsville in 1903.
Jesus Bazán and Antonio Longoria Lynchings
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…
John H. Shary
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…
John H. Shary and Family
Brief biographical information and photos of John H. and Mary Shary and their children.
John H. Shary and the Citrus Industry of the Lower Rio Grande Valley
Original poster for physical exhibit
Join the Strike
A newspaper clip convincing farmers from the Rio Grande Valley to join the strikes to fight for farmer's rights.
Jose Yanez, Pington Player, 1962
Caption: Jose Yanez Pington men's singles winner.
Juneteenth in the Rio Grande Valley Lesson Plans
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…
Karankawa Indians Lesson Plan
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…
La Casita Farms (1966)
In 1966 a bitter dispute between farmworkers and owners of La Casita Farms, El Texano Ranch, and Griffen & Brand farms took place in Starr County. Farmworkers harvesting melons demanded minimum wage and improved working conditions. Their strike…
La Feria High School and Lyford High School Basketball Game, 1978
Caption: Elia Villarreal prepares to drive around a Lyford guard or pass off to a teammate.
La Feria High School Athlete Daniel Alaniz and Hector Zapata Compete In A Bowling Tournament, 2006
Caption: 4. Did we make it?... Daniel Alaniz 10 and Hector Zapata 12 compete in a bowling tournament.
La Feria High School Athletes Show Off Their Medals, 2006
Caption: 2. What a team!... Joey Gonzales, 10, Juan Martinez, 10, Daniel Alaniz, 10, and Hector Zapata, 12, proudly show off the medals they received for all their hard work.
La Feria High School Athletic Girls' Association, 1958
Photograph of 1958 La Feria High School Athletic Girls' Association
La Feria High School Basketball District Co-Champion Scores, 1966
Photograph of 1966 La Feria High School District Co-Champion Scores
La Feria High School Basketball Player Jumps for the Ball, 1969
Photograph of 1969 La Feria High School Basketball Game
La Feria High School Basketball Player Jumps to Defend her Opponent, 1973
Photograph of 1973 La Feria High School Basketball Player Jumps to Defend her Opponent