https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/f74a18efabf2e7b19d028754cce4bf51.pdf 4d10fe19dfd15d335d8bf7d7b74f33bc PDF Text Text Mayors - Doyle, Charles "Chuck" (1990-2000) Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Creator Michael F. Price, College of Business, University of T.J. Aulds (Business Today) Lora-Marie Bernard (Texas City Sun) T.J. Aulds (Texas City Sun) Dale Dimitri (Texas City Sun) T.J. Aulds (Texas City Sun) Alicia Gooden (The Daily News) Anne Comstock (Galveston Daily News) Daren Beaudo (The Daily News) Texas City Sun Daren Beaudo (Galveston Daily News) Title Doyle Profile: Doyle recasts image of adopted city Texas City's man of the century End of an era for Doyle, Ellison Christmas Carol Format Article Article Article Article End of the Doyle Era Article Charles T. "Chuck" Doyle: family man, banker, visionary leader Article TC Mayor Doyle roasted on St. Patrick's Day Article Galveston County mayors recall memories of childhood Article Doyle takes reins in TC New TC mayor signs first proclamation Doyle adjusting to new role as top official in Texas City Date(s) Description Describes Doyle's impact on Texas City and his background 2001 as a Price College alumnus Describes Doyle's achievements and professional experience as a banker and city official n.d. Describes the last meeting for Doyle and city commissioner Ellison May 4, 2000 Depicts Charles T. Doyle as "Scrooge" from Charles Dickens' December 25, 1999 "A Christmas Carol" Describes the political career of Charles T. Doyle and the end December 23, 1999 of his time as mayor of Texas City March 19, 2000 March 18, 2000 Describes the professional and personal achievements of Charles T. Doyle Describes a roast held for Mayor Doyle to commemorate his 36 years of public service May 19, 1990 Brief coverage of Mayor Charles T. Doyle's childhood memories Describes the swearing in of Charles T. Doyle as Texas City mayor Announces the first two proclamations signed by Mayor Charles T. Doyle Article May 21, 1990 Interview with Charles T. Doyle after being elected mayor for the firs time Article Article, Image January 6, 1991 May 17, 1990 Cleanup a top Doyle priority New mayor builds city enthusiasm Article June 17, 1990 13 Texas City Sun John Simsen (Texas City Sun) Article June 13, 1990 14 City of Texas City First Lady Pavilion Brochure July 4, 1990 Focuses on Charles T. Doyle's cleanup campaign Describes the buzz surrounding the election of Charles T. Doyle as Texas City mayor Official dedication of the First Lady Pavilion, outlines the events and speakers present at the ceremony 1 �Mayors - Doyle, Charles "Chuck" (1990-2000) 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Ruth Rendon (Houston Chronicle) Dale Dimitri (Texas City Sun) Texas City's mayor tries to Article woo back Japanese Doyle garners group's 'Man of Vision' honor Article H.K. Tzanis (Texas City Sun) Doyle named Man of Vision Chuck Stevick (Texas Dynamic mayor leaving his City Sun) mark Carol Christian (The Daily News) Alicia Gooden (The Daily News) Aulds, T. J. (Texas City Sun) Dimitri, Dale (Texas City Sun) Article Article A woman's place isn't on the bench Article TC's Doyle, Ellison say goodbye Article Boy Scouts bestow Chuck Doyles with highest award City's information line now up and ringing Chuck Doyle navigates Timothy Cook banking and political waters (Independent Banker) in Texas Article & Image Article Article June 10, 1992 August 5, 1992 Describes efforts by Charles T. Doyle to Describes the selection of Charles T. Doyle as "Man of Vision" by Texas Society to Prevent Blindness Charles T. Doyle was the recipient of the "Man of Vision" award in 1992 A longform article assessing Mayor Charles T. Doyle's November 7, 1993 performance Describes the confrontation between Galveston County Judge Susan Olsen and Texas City Mayor Charles T. Doyle February 15, 1998 regarding a rumor Describes the last meeting for Charles T. Doyle and city commissioner Lynn Ray Ellison May 4, 2000 Discusses Mayor Doyle as the recipient of the Distinguished Citizen award from the Bay Area council Boy Scouts of America. Photo accompanying article of Matt Doyle telling stories of hiking with his parents, Mary Ellen and Chuck 10-21-1998 Doyle looking on. Discusses new information line, includes comments from Mayor Chuck Doyle. 1996 October 28, 1992 December 1996 A multi-page expose on the professional, political, and personal achievements of Charles T. Doyle 2 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/5e9cdc2435e9eef4ebd91c3c83139a6c.pdf dada3cc26d643468b4a2c055f4cc069c PDF Text Text Mayors - Doyle, Matt (2004-2020) Number Creator 1 Texas City Sun Title Matt Doyle to collect top award in Jan. 2 Mackey, Thomas S. (Texas City Sun) Doyle's values, work ethic rewarded 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Aulds, T. J. (Texas City Sun) Aulds, T. J. (Texas City Sun) Gooden, Alicia (Galveston Daily News) Aulds, T. J. (Texas City Sun) Andrews, Dwight C. (Texas City Sun) Barnett, Marissa (Galveston Daily News) Villanueva, Stuart (Galveston Daily News) Lacombe, James Reynold's Jennifer (Galveston Daily News) City of Texas City (Facebook) Format Date(s) Article 12-8-1993 Article 2-10-1994 Description Discusses Matt Doyle being honored by the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce as one of the top 10 young Americans. Excerpts of remarks made at ceremonies where Matt Doyle was honored by the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce as one of the top 10 young Americans. Like father, like son? Article 1-2-2000 Discusses Matt Doyle's career and future aspirations as his father, Chuck Doyle completes a ten year service as mayor. Doyle next TC mayor Article 5-16-2004 Discusses Matt Doyle's win for Mayor over Frank Skaggs. Doyle elected mayor Doyle gavels in new commission Article 5-16-2004 Discusses election results, including Matt Doyle's win for mayor. Article 5-25-2004 New City CEO Article Mayor Matt Doyle about Texas City Article Texas City Mayor Matthew T. Doyle Image 5-25-2004 4-15-2017 Discusses matt Doyle's first day in office. Photo accompanying article of Mayor Matt Doyle gaveling the first city commission meeting to a close. Interview with Mayor Matt Doyle on the best and worst of Texas City. Photo accompanying article of Mayor Matt Doyle in front of city hall. Economic development, revitalization hallmarks of Texas City mayor's long tenure Article 10-9-2020 Images 10-9-2004 Discusses Matt Doyle's sixteen years as mayor. Photos accompanying article of Mayor Matt Doyle discussing is time as mayor. Posting 11-17-2020 Social media post by city bidding Mayor Matt Doyle farewell. Image n.d. Color copy of photo of Mayor matt Doyle in office of the mayor. Collection of advertisement clippings from various businesses and individuals congratulating mayor Matt Doyle on being Citizen of the Year. Matt Doyle Texas City mayor 4-15-2017 advertisem ents 2010 1 �Mayors - Doyle, Matt (2004-2020) 15 16 17 18 Galveston Daily News Cox, Kevin M. (Galveston Daily News) Paschenko, Chris (Galveston Daily News) Taylor, Heber (Galveston Daily News) Profiles: Citizen of the Year & Unsung Heroes Paper names Doyle Citizen of the Year Texas City mayor named Citizen of the Year Article 4-25-2010 Image 4-25-2010 Article 4-23-2010 Article 4-23-2010 Profile piece on Matt Doyle, recipient of Citizen of the Year. Photo accompanying article of Mayor Matt Doyle at commission meeting. Discusses the reasons why Galveston Daily News named matt Doyle citizen of the Year. Discusses accomplishments by Matt Doyle that lead to Galveston Daily News naming him Citizen of the Year. 2 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/0070a35b97b6dc5acec6a9ec20eb0ef1.pdf 7f2461b6c7c8ffe213647fb733b61256 PDF Text Text Mayors - Garza, Carlos (2000-2004) Number Creator Gillentine, Cathy (Texas City Sun) 1 Wall, Tricia (Texas City 2 Sun) Title Format Date(s) Description Garza sworn to new post Article 8-16-1984 Father and Son 3 Carlos Garza for Mayor Image 8-16-1984 Advertisem ent 2-24-2000 A Family Hero Article Carlos Garza holds Thank you!! Image 2-24-2000 Advertisem ent 5-7-2000 Mayor Garza Takes Office Article June 2000 State of the City Image c2000-2004 Garza to step down Article 2-6-2004 Discusses swearing in of Carlos Garza for commissioner. Photo accompanying article of Abel Garza swearing in sone, Carlos Garza as commissioner. Political Ad for Carlos Garza running for Mayor, includes brief resume. Discusses what kind of man Carlos Garza is to his family and community as he runs for mayor. Photo accompanying article of Carlos Garza holding Jubilee 2000 commemorative medal set. Political ad from the Garza family thanking voters for electing Carlos Garza as Mayor, includes photo of family. City employee newsletter featuring brief bio of new Mayor, Carlos Garza, includes photos. Photo of Mayor Carlos Garza delivering the State of the city address to the St. Mary's Catholic Church men's Club. Discusses Carlos Garza's decision to not run for re-election as Mayor. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Texas City Sun Bernard, Lora-Marie (Texas City Sun) Andrews, Dwight C. (Texas City Sun) Texas City Sun City of Texas City (City Beat) Andrews, Dwight C. (Texas City Sun) Clements, Michael (Texas City Sun) 2-24-2000 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/395770a277d8af8594aebf48f3e7a1ee.pdf eb9c1f6948b8e80cd4954c677500311a PDF Text Text Mayors - Godard, W. Jack (1956-1960) Number Creator 1 Title W. J. Godard Format Image Date(s) n.d. 2 Texas City Sun Article 1-31-1958 3 Galveston Daily News Article 2-6-1958 4 Galveston Daily News Article 3-10-1960 5 Galveston Daily News Asks Second term Jewler Pulls Out of TC Mayor's Race 19 Candidates for Office in Texas City Municipal Election Including former Mayor, 3 More Enter Race At TC Article 3-3-1962 Description Portrait and term dates of Mayor Godard. Discusses Mayor Jack Godard's announcement to run for a second term. Includes photo. Discusses mayoral candidate, A. D. Erwin's withdrawal from the race, leaving Jack Godard unopposed. Discusses Candidates for office, including Jack Godard for Mayor. Discusses Candidates for office, including Jack Godard for Commissioner. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/967c46d436c6702b8d24c22404a06c43.pdf eced7e61d52a6ce7e2dcf688602b2304 PDF Text Text Mayors - Goodson, James R. (1912-1914) Number Creator Title Format Date(s) 1 Texas City Times Mayor W. P. Tarpey Resigns His Office Article 12-6-1912 2 Texas City Times Mayor Goodson's Policy Article 12-6-1912 3 Texas City Times From Ex-Mayor Tarpey Article 12-6-1912 4 Galveston Daily News Entertained at Texas City Article 7-16-1911 5 Galveston Daily News Texas City to Incorporate Delegates Elected to Democratic Convention by Galveston county Leave Monday for Alamo City Article 8-4-1911 6 Galveston Daily News Article 8-11-1912 7 Galveston Daily News Article 8-22-1912 Article 9-11-1913 Galveston Daily News Texas City Board of Trade Mudshell is being used on Texas City streets 15 charged with "crapshooting" 8 Galveston Daily News 9 Article 11-18-1913 10 Galveston Daily News Texas City National Bank Ad 9-1-1913 11 Galveston Daily News Number Texas City's houses Article 12-4-1913 12 13 Galveston Daily News Galveston Daily News Fire signal is to be purchased Article Article 2-12-1914 7-28-1914 14 Moran, Kevin (Houston Chronicle) Whale of a tale sounds fishy, but it's no lie Article 9-9-1989 Description Discusses resignation of Tarpey and special commissions' election for J. R. Goodson to fill the position. Includes letter from Mayor Tarpey to the city commissioners announcing his resignation as mayor and reasons for his decision. Discusses Mayor Goodson's plans to continue the growth of the city established by ex-mayor Tarpey. A letter to the citizens of Texas City from Tarpey explaining his resignation and thanking them for their support. Discusses Board of Trade luncheon with J.R. Goodson as member prior to becoming Mayor. Discusses J. R. Goodson on committee to petition County Judge for an election. Discusses delegates for the Democratic convention, which J. R. Goodson is one. Discusses first ride of the motor car service to Houston, J.R. Goodson was passenger. Discusses Mayor Goodson's progress on getting the streets shelled. Discusses gambling case brought before corporation court with Mayor Goodson on the bench. Ad showing J. R. Goodson as vice president of Texas City National Bank. Discusses commissioners session, Mayor Goodson resigns as police judge. Discusses Mayor Goodson's committee to install a fire signal with funds raised by a carnival for that purpose. Discusses election as committeeman. Discusses Goodson's role in forming a syndicate to make money off of a beached sperm whale in the salt marshes near Sabine Pass in 1910. Includes postcard photo and Richard C. Goodson, Mayor's son, showing old postcards of the event. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/e83f03f1e50ee7eca938dc7d718f40da.pdf c29a88d96da4692768b7f818babf33ad PDF Text Text Mayors - Haney, Delmer D., Jr. (1989-1990) Number Creator 1 Houston Post 2 Beaudo, Daren (Galveston Daily News) 3 4 5 Galveston Daily News Beaudo, Daren (Galveston Daily News) Galveston Daily News Title Format Date(s) Article 3-23-1972 Haney, Urbello appointed TC commissioners fill vacant seats Article Haney seeks mayor's post in Texas City Article 4-9-1990 Discusses D. D. Haney's unanimous vote to fill position of Mayor following Lowry's death. Discusses D. D. Haney's announcement to run for mayor, includes brief biography. Doyle takes reins in TC 5-17-1990 Discusses D. D. Haney's loss to Chuck Doyle for Mayor. Article 8-26-1989 Texas City honors past mayor Image 2-13-1996 New Optimist Image 2-16-1990 TC's 'new' mayor takes oath Haney ready to take reins of Texas City Image 8-26-1989 8 Texas City Sun Beaudo, Daren (Galveston Daily News) Article 8-19-1989 9 Gillentine, Cathy (Texas City Sun) Haney: I'll do best to serve Article 8-23-1989 6 7 10 11 12 Beaudo, Daren (Galveston Daily News) Comstock, Anne (Galveston Daily News) 13 Texas City Sun Duncan, Sonja R. (Texas City Sun) 14 Jill D. Haney Description Excerpt from larger article asking citizens what the main issues should be for the election, D. D. Haney responds with dike improvement and development of Snake Island. His method may be different, but Haney says goals the same Article Ex-TC Mayor Haney foils armed robbery Article Silk 'n Such has bounty of beauty for the home advert 8-28-1989 11-19-1990 3-11-1991 Ready for Easter Image 3-11-1991 Mary Ellen Doyle letter 4-7-1997 Photo of Mayor Chuck Doyle presenting former mayor D. D. Haney with a proclamation at the D. D. Haney Park on the Tx C Dike. Photo of Evening Optimist Club of Texas City president, Clarence Benson inducting Mayor D. D. Haney into club. Photo of Homan Lilienstern swearing in D.D. Haney as mayor following the sudden death of Mayor Emmett Lowry. Discusses Commissioner D. d. Haney's stepping in as mayor following the sudden death of Mayor Emmett Lowry. Discusses acting mayor D. D. Haney's address to the Rotary club members a few days after becoming mayor following Mayor Emmett Lowry's sudden death. Interview of new Mayor D. D. Haney. Discusses former mayor, D. D. Haney's brush with an armed robber in his home. Advertisement article for Jill Haney's boutique. Photo accompanying article of Jill Haney showing of an Easter decoration at her boutique. Letter to Ellen Doyle providing biographical information on Mayor and first lady Jill Haney. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/feb581be3c41497e86e90b20a8c67eaf.pdf a016ec259c494e5fc726c044aa8a6510 PDF Text Text Mayors - History Number Creator Title Format Date(s) 1 City of Texas City Texas City Mayors webpage 7-15-2025 2 City of Texas City (Texas City Sun) 75 Years of Leadership advertisement 9-7-1986 Ad for 75th anniversary of Texas City listing mayors and commissioners, includes dates of service and portraits of mayors. 3 City of Texas City 75 Years of Leadership flyer c1986 Flyer for 75th anniversary of Texas City listing mayors and commissioners, includes dates of service and portraits of mayors. c1986 Flyer for 75th anniversary of Texas City listing mayors and commissioners, includes dates of service and portraits of mayors. 9-17-2011 Discusses 75th birthday celebrations for the city, including a salute to four of the surviving 18 mayors with comments from each. 4 5 6 7 City of Texas City 75 Years of Leadership Aulds, T. J. (Galveston Daily News) Moore Memorial Public Library Moore Memorial Public Library Past mayors reflect on Texas City's history flyer Article Texas City Mayors document c1970s List of Wives of the Mayors of Texas City document c1990s Description Screenshot of Texas City Mayors from city webpage showing portrait, name, and office dates for each mayor from incorporation to date of publication. Lists each Mayor and term from 1911-1964. List of Wives of the Mayors of Texas City from 1911 to 1999. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/22bceae08932862af540803f19b9e962.pdf 929f08d149c3a9f68a7471f626c955e8 PDF Text Text Mayors - Holland, Walter (1962-1964) Number Creator 1 2 Galveston Daily News Title Walter Holland Holland Only Candidate In TC vote 3 Galveston Daily News Dike squabble Flares At TC 4 Galveston Tribune Courtesy… 5 Bunch, Fred (Texas City Sun) 6 7 8 Holland, Allene Johannessen, Dorothy (The Daily Sun) Texas City Sun Texas City Mayors Biographical Sketch of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Holland Former Mayor Revisits Texas City Walter Holland Format Image Date(s) n.d. Article 1-26-1960 Article 9-7-1961 Advertisem ent 4-25-1964 Image 8-29-1966 Document 1997 Article Obituary 9-21-1971 5-15-1996 Description Portrait and term dates of Mayor Holland. Discusses Walter Holland as candidate for city commission, includes brief biography. Discusses a disagreement between Mayor L. Robinson and commissioner Holland. Political Ad for Walter Holland running for County Tax Assessor. Photo of Mayor Emmett Lowry with former mayors Lee Robinson, E. A. Johnson, jack Godard and Walter Holland during the city's Jubilee celebrations. Biographical sketch of Walter Holland and wife. Discusses Walter Holland's career in Texas City, achievements in Texas City politics, and current business. Obituary for Walter Holland. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/d9e11d11cfaf76c5fa070d676b3029bd.pdf 31e9a4c569e3879493e341846afe6fdf PDF Text Text Mayors - Insley, William W., MD (1914-1916) Number 1 2 3 Creator Provost Guard Provost Guard Texas City Daily Times 4 Texas City Daily Times Title New commission is installed Political announcements Dr. Insley for mayor New Officials take over city's affairs Format Article ad Article Date(s) 4-17-1914 4-3-1914 3-10-1914 Description Discusses swearing in of mayor Insley and new commissioners. Political ad for Insley and Nessler as mayoral candidates. Newspaper support ad for Dr. Insley for mayor. Discusses scheduled swearing in of mayor Insley and new commissioners. Excerpts from unknown yearbook recounting Insley's military career. Political ad for Insley as mayoral candidate. Article 4-14-1914 excerpt ad 1901 4-3-1914 Article 1-2-1915 Article 4-6-1914 Article image 4-6-1914 n.d. Discusses Insley retuning from a visit to his ailing mother. Discusses how Mayor Insley is the only resident who refused to have house numbers placed on his home and office. Discusses how Mayor Insley is a Republican and should not be voted for. Portrait and dates of service used for Insley Article 4-4-1914 Front page of newspaper has multiple articles on the Mayoral race. 5 6 Texas City Daily Times 7 Texas City Star 8 Texas City Daily Times 9 10 Texas City Daily Times City of Texas City William Ward Insley Dr. W.W. Insley Mayor Insley is Back from East; Mother Improved Only One Texas City NonProgressive Two Reasons For Opposing Dr. Insley Dr. W. W. Insley 11 Texas City Daily Times front page 12 Texas City Daily Times Dr. [I]nsley took oath last night Article 4-15-1914 13 Texas City Daily Times Article 5-21-1914 14 Article 9-16-1914 15 Texas City Daily Times Roanoke Times and World News Old Goes Out; New comes In Work to start soon improving streets City Deaths obit 9-7-1947 Discusses swearing in of Mayor Insley and new commissioners. Discusses Mayor Insley's resignation from school board upon election as mayor. Discusses street improvement and wait for engineers to access 6th Street for grading. Obituary of Dr. William W. Insley, includes letter from librarian Steven Urquhart. 16 Frederick News Deaths obit 1-19-1960 Obituary for Mrs. Nayoda Insley, widow of Dr. William W. Insley. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/0e73fb1213db6901e616a9aeb4a40bed.pdf ab81a21343a9db1530517f66f2ca051d PDF Text Text Mayors - Johnson, Eldridge Arno (1942-1946) Number Creator 1 2 Galveston Daily News 3 Galveston Daily News 4 Texas City Sun 5 6 Texas City Sun Galveston Community Book 7 8 Texas City Sun Texas City Sun 9 10 Daily Sun Galveston Daily News Title E. A. Johnson Employment of City Manager Considered Format Image Date(s) n.d. Article 11-22-1943 Manager Discusses Trustees Approve Building Plans, Joint Ditch Work New Vote Record For City Expected Article 11-12-1943 Article 10-5-1945 Article 4-2-1948 E. A. Johnson City Pays last Respects To Former Mayor Johnson Mrs. Elpha Johnson excerpt 1945 Article obit 1-19-1970 1-18-1973 Senior Citizens Image Obit 1-30-1966 1-19-1970 Description Portrait and term dates used by city for Mayor E. A. Johnson. Discusses Mayor Johnson's activities, including inquiring into the possibility of hiring a city manager. Discusses city commissioners meeting, especially the topic of hiring a city manager. Discusses school construction, drainage improvement under Mayor Johnson. Discusses the first election for mayor and commissioners under the new home rule charter. Biographical sketch of E. A. Johnson with portrait. Discusses the life, career, and death of former Mayor Johnson. Includes photos. Obituary for Elpha Johnson, former first lady of Texas City. Photo of Former mayor E. A. Johnson and his wife Elpha attending the Texas City Chamber of Commerce Banquet. Obituary of E. A. Johnson. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/a6a6782da7e2975c2f60a4807b41add5.pdf 952711a425adaed14598d006cc8d2cec PDF Text Text Mayors - Lowry, Emmett F. (1964-1989) Format Date(s) 1 Image n.d. 2 Image n.d. Number 3 4 5 6 7 8 Creator R. Emken Linton, President, Texas CityLa Marque Chamber of Commerce Resolution Mayor Lowry - a good neighbor and friend The Forecaster The Daily Sun The Daily Sun Lowry's to be honored for restoration work Lowry seeks eighth term Galveston County's InBetween Society names Texas City Galveston Daily News mayor 1989 "Man of Vision" 11 Texas City Sun 12 Texas City Sun Description B&W copy of headshot image of Emmett F. Lowry Color copy of headshot image of Emmett F. Lowry Legal Document August 23, 1989 Article August 23, 1989 Resolution created by the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce to honor the memory of Emmett F. Lowry Describes briefly the career of Emmett F. Lowry as a public servant in Texas City August 23, 1989 Announces the death of Emmett F. Lowry and the location reaction in La Marque Lowry's influence extended La Marque The Times beyond Texas City Article A Texas City Legend: Emmett F. Lowry The BayWatcher Article 9 10 Title Article Article Magazine Article Officials dedicate highway to mayor Article Agnes Lowry, widow of former mayor, dies Obituary July 21, 1994 Describes the life and work of Emmett F. Lowry Describes the restoration work completed by Emmett F. Lowry and his wife on the Monte Verdi November 8, 1967 Plantation House Describes Emmett F. Lowry's announcement of a February 20, 1978 run for an eighth term as mayor of Texas City Entire issue (#22) of magazine, includes cover image of Emmett F. Lowry May 1978 Describes Emmett F. Lowry's nomination by Texas Society to Prevent Blindness as the year's March 30, 1989 "Man of Vision" Describes the dedication of the newly built FM November 10, 1764, also known as the Emmett Lowry 1980 Expressway Announces the death of and funeral December 8, 1989 arrangements for Agnes Hunter Lowry �Mayors - Lowry, Emmett F. (1964-1989) Highway to bear mayor's name 13 Texas City Sun 14 Obituary 17 Galveston Daily News Mrs. Lowry dies at 73 Bill Thomas (of The Daily News, but published in the Lowry is named "Citizen of Mainland Extra) the Year" at TC-LM banquet Lawmakers adopt Lowry resolution Texas City Sun Heart attack fells city's beloved leader Texas City Sun 18 Houston Post Obituary 19 Bill DiSessa and Kevin Moran (Houston Emmett Lowry, longtime Chronicle) Texas City mayor, dies 15 16 20 Texas City Sun 21 Houston Chronicle 22 23 Cheryl Laird (Galveston Daily News) 24 Chuck Stevick (Texas City Sun) Emmett F. Lowry Article Article Article Article Article Image Rites are set today for Mayor Lowry Obituary Program Describes the reaction by Emmett F. Lowry to the news that the newly built FM 1764 would bear December 16, 1988 his name Announces the death of and funeral December 8, 1989 arrangements for Agnes Hunter Lowry Emmett F. Lowry honored as the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce "Outstanding February 11, 1988 Citizen of the Year" Describes the resolution passed by the Texas Senate honoring Emmett F. Lowry February 2, 1990 Announces the death of and funeral arrangements for Emmett F. Lowry August 19, 1989 Announces the death of and funeral arrangements for Emmett F. Lowry August 19, 1989 Announces the death of Emmett F. Lowry and includes coverage of his career as Texas City mayor; this includes an image from Texas City August 19, 1989 Sun Cartoon image (from newspaper) August 20, 1989 commemorating the death of Emmett F. Lowry Announces the death of and funeral arrangements for Emmett F. Lowry August 21, 1989 Program from the statue dedication ceremony November 4, 1990 for Emmett F. Lowry Longtime leader of TC dead at 73 Article August 19, 1989 Article August 19, 1989 Announces the death of Emmett F. Lowry and his career as Texas City mayor Describes the City Commission proceedings following the death of Texas City mayor Emmett F. Lowry �Mayors - Lowry, Emmett F. (1964-1989) 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Texas City Sun Relicia Jones (The Houston Post) John Simsen (Texas City Sun) Texas City Sun Robert W. Rizzo (Galveston Daily News) Daren Beaudo (Galveston Daily News) Hundreds visit TC City Hall for last look at longtime mayor; Lowry services to be held Monday Article Lowry's death leaves void in Texas City, friends say Article August 20, 1989 Lowry called 'finest mayor' Article August 19, 1989 Lowry services at 3 PM Obituary August 21, 1989 Describes the history of public service by Texas City Mayor Emmett F. Lowry; includes image of mayor's office (date unknown) Announces the death of and funeral arrangements for Emmett F. Lowry Texas City bids Lowry good bye Image August 22, 1989 Copy of image of funeral procession August 22, 1989 Describes the scene at the funeral for Emmett F. Lowry; describes the continuation of business as usual for Texas City officials despite the loss of longterm mayor Hundreds turn out for mayor's funeral; TC officials say city will continue in Lowry tradition Articles Article August 27, 1989 We'll miss you, Emmett Article August 19, 1989 Describes the efforts by Texas City Rotary Club and the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce to memorialize Emmett F. Lowry An editorial describing Texas City Sun's relationship with Emmett F. Lowry during his time as mayor Native son Emmett Lowry first elected mayor in '64 Article August 19, 1989 Describes the career of Emmett F. Lowry August 19, 1989 An editorial commemorating the work done by Emmett F. Lowry in Galveston County Cathy Gillentine (Texas Organizations make plans to City Sun) honor Lowry 33 John Simsen (Texas City Sun) Maury Darst (Galveston Daily News) 34 Lowry's strength served area Galveston Daily News well Article 32 August 20, 1989 Describes the visitation of Texas City residents at City Hall to view Emmett F. Lowry before his burial Describes the length of public service by Emmett F. Lowry �Mayors - Lowry, Emmett F. (1964-1989) 35 Peter Mayes (Texas City Sun) A Sterling way to honor Lowry Article August 27, 1990 36 Texas City Sun Mourners bid farewell to Emmett Lowry Articles August 22, 1989 38 Cathy Gillentine (Texas Mayor's longtime secretary City Sun) laments tragic loss Article Lowry remembered one year after death Kathy Thomas Article 39 (Victor Galvan) Lowry celebrating 25 years as Galveston Daily News mayor Article 37 Describes a tree planting ceremony to honor Emmett F. Lowry Several newsclippings from the Texas City Sun describing the funeral service for Emmett F. Lowry August 18, 1990 Describes the working relationship between Evelyn Jolly, secretary, and Emmett F. Lowry Describes the one year anniversary of Emmett F. Lowry's death April 7, 1989 Brief recognition of Emmett F. Lowry's 25 years as mayor of Texas City August 19, 1989 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/dfaf1dd91e001ca352d86d3fa7e67e6d.pdf f7e0649834120178eb77773edfd988e8 PDF Text Text Mayors - Nessler, Carl (1916-1924 1932-1942) Number Creator 1 Conn, M. J. 2 3 Texas City Daily Times 4 Nessler, Carl 5 6 Texas City Sun Texas City Sun 7 Texas City Sun 8 Texas City Sun 9 10 Texas City Sun McIntosh, Leneda Graham, Sam B. editor (Galveston Community Books) 11 Title Carl Nessler Carl Nessler Citizens'-Democratic City Ticket Nominated For Twelve Years He has Governed The Destinies Of This Fast Growing City Carl Nessler To Be Honored Civic Center Dedication Set Noted TC Civic Leader, Carl Nessler Sr., Dies Format image Image Date(s) n.d. n.d. Article 4-2-1914 transcript Sept 1983 Article Article 1936 3-30-1956 Article 5-18-1956 Article 3-12-1962 Description Steel Engraving portrait of Carl Nessler Portrait and service dates photo used by city. Discusses Democratic ticket nominations, includes Carl Nessler for mayoral candidate. Transcript of Carl Nessler, Jr. reading letter written by Carl Nessler, Sr. to his wife during the 1915 storm and its aftermath. Discusses the major events and progress that occurred during Nessler's time as mayor. Includes portrait photo of Nessler. Discusses the many civic accomplishments of Carl Nessler. Discusses dedication of the municipal civic center to be named in honor of Carl Nessler. Discusses funeral plans, recent health of Nessler, and his career as Mayor and civic leader in the community. Widow of Carl Nessler, Former Texas City Mayor, Dead at 77 obit 1-20-1969 The Nessler Family document n.d. Obituary of Edna Nessler. Brief biographical sketch of Carl Nessler and family. Carl Nessler Brief biographical sketch of Carl Nessler. excerpt 1945 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/259c04f2d96784320f182477c8b4bfd6.pdf 81553001b7403df56331ac292740b57b PDF Text Text Mayors - Noble, Earl L. (1926-1932) Number Creator 1 Galveston Community Book 2 3 4 Format Image Date(s) n.d. Description Portrait used by city of Mayor Noble with term dates Earl L. Noble Excerpt n.d. Biographical sketch of E. L. Noble, includes portrait. Article 1936 Article 5-3-1928 Beautiful New Bank To Have Modern Fixtures Buys and Sells Banks Texas City Mainland Sun Throughout Two States Texas City Sun 5 Galveston County Sun 6 Galveston County Sun 7 Title E. L. Noble Texas City Sun Texas City Sun City Puts 30 men to Work On clean-up Job Helping Relieve Stress of Local Unemployment Article Subscriptions to Date Will Exceed $1,800 Article E. L. Noble, Prominent Banker and Mainland County Commissioner, Dies; Funeral rites are attended by Hundreds Thursday Afternoon Article Mrs. Margaret E. Noble Obit Funeral Services To Be Held Today for E. L. Noble Article 2-6-1931 11-13-1931 1-12-1940 5-31-1974 1-10-1940 Discusses new Texas City National Bank building of which E. L. Noble is president. Includes portrait of Noble. Incomplete article. Discusses E. L Noble's life, career, and his predictions for Texas city's future growth. Discusses Mayor Noble's efforts to combat the unemployment issue of the Depression. Discusses pledges for local relief fund that mayor Noble is chairman of. Discusses the funeral and tributes made for former Mayor E. L. Noble. Obituary for Margaret E. Noble Discusses planned funeral for Noble, includes biography of life and career, photo. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/6666f56d36d2b811395cdc223c89c9cf.pdf f5325d8fdc25f0ea8471182a57c88d89 PDF Text Text Mayors - Robinson, Lee A. (1948-1956; 1960-1962) Number Creator 1 Texas City Sun Title L. A. Robinson Bright outlook for Texas city Gave Robinson The Incentive to Open Store 4 Ragsdale, Clyde (Texas City Sun) Jury Frees TC Mayor: Robinson Acquitted On Game Charge Article Robinson, commission Given Oaths of Office Article 5 Texas City Sun 6 7 Texas City Sun Texas City Sun New Officials 8 Moore Memorial Public Library 9 Texas City Sun Texas City Oral History Project : Lee A. Robinson Interview Excerpt City Red Light District Glows Steadily Here Article 2 3 Format Image Article Description Portrait and term dates of Mayor Robinson. 1936 Discusses former occupations of Robinson and the opening of a Western Auto store. 1-17-1950 Discusses court case of Mayor Robinson duck hunting over the limit . 4-13-1960 Image 4-14-1960 Image Image 4-14-1960 3-18-1977 10 Texas City Sun 11 Texas City Sun 12 Texas City Sun Mayor Wants Proof From Sun: Robinson Seeks Evidence That Red Lights On Article Recall of Mayor Robinson, Two Commissioners sought Article Robinson is Sworn Into Office Here Article Texas City Sun Officials Secretly Dish Out $649,000 13 Date(s) n.d. Article n.d. n.d. n.d. 12-3-1948 4-14-1948 5-30-1948 Discusses swearing in ceremony for public offices. Photo of Lee A. Robinson at his swearing in for mayor for his fifth term, also pictured are his four brothers, county Judge T. R. Robinson, Fred Robinson, and Arthur Robinson. Photo of Mayor Lee a. Robinson and his new administration, Kenneth Nunn, Charles Lerman, W.P. Tarpey, Jr., Walter Holland, Noah Welch. Photo of Lee Robinson in city hall building with onlookers. Excerpt from oral history interview discussing political career. Discusses houses of prostitution and illegal alcohol sales in Texas City. Discusses a letter from Mayor Robinson to the editor, W. C. Meehan to supply the city with the names of those claiming that prostitution houses are operating in Texas City, to which the editor replies with a refusal to reveal confidential informants. Discusses and includes a copy of the petition to recall Mayor Robinson and two commissioners. Discusses new Mayor L. Robinson administration. Discusses closed, secret, executive meeting held by Mayor and commissions that resulted in non-competitive bids awarded for street construction. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/d4345efedbee1d4bc6bbd80219f02e0c.pdf e54ecd6d5699c2326f49559f3aa9a5a9 PDF Text Text Mayors - Steed, William C. (1947-1948) Number Creator 1 Title W. D. Steed Format Image Date(s) n.d. Article 1938 2 Texas City Sun 3 Texas City Sun Highway Experts Are Speakers at Trek Rally Here Article 4 Texas City Sun Vote for W C. Steed 5 Texas City Sun Public Spirited Citizens of Texas City (Texas City Sun) To The voters Support Urged By Steed in Candidacy for Mayor Of City Texas City Sun Heavy Balloting Is Expected Saturday Texas City Sun Steed, Trahan Engage in Bitter Battle Texas City Sun 6 7 8 9 5-21-1940 ad 8-22-1947 Article 4-2-1946 ad 3-31-1944 Article 8-22-1947 Article 8-22-1947 Article 4-13-1948 Description Portrait and term dates of Mayor Trahan. Excerpt of article interviewing various businessmen in TC, W. C. Steed comments on the prospects. Discusses mayor Pro-Tem Steed's welcoming of Oleander Trek committee to city. W. C. Steed's campaign advertisement for special election to finish Mayor Trahan's term. Excerpt of article covering all election candidates, states that W. C. Steed did not qualify for reelection as commissioner and therefor announced his retirement. Campaign advertisement supporting several candidates, W. C. Steed for commissioner, includes list of accomplishments during their term. Discusses statement released by Mayor protem Steed requesting citizen's support in the special election for Mayor. Discusses election for Mayor, congressman, and bond issues. Discusses winning candidates in election and actions being made by Mayor Steed's "lame-duck" administration. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/788b1dda2244719b9faefaa8dede5d0f.pdf e11a5a93513f42198609808fa025c791 PDF Text Text Mayors - Tarpey, William P. (1911-1912) Number Creator 1 Title W. P. Tarpery Format Date(s) document n.d. 2 Texas City Times The City election Article 9-22-1911 3 Texas City Times Under city Government soon Article 9-22-1911 4 Texas City Times Mayor W. P. Tarpey Resigns His Office Article 12-6-1912 5 Texas City Times Mayor Goodson's Policy Article 12-6-1912 6 Texas City Times From Ex-Mayor Tarpey Article 12-6-1912 7 8 9 10 Nessler, Carl (City of Texas City) Outlined: 1911 Till today Article Funeral Services Set today for William P. Tarpey Obituary Tribute to Mr. W. P. Tarpey c1980s 1941 document 1940 Description Photocopy of portrait with term dates for Mayor Tarpey. Election results for first municipal government of Texas City showing W. P. Tarpey's overwhelming win for first mayor. Discusses Mayor- Elect Tarpey's plans for the start of the municipal governments as soon as his position is made official. Discusses resignation of Tarpey and special commissions' election for J. R. Goodson to fill the position. Includes letter from Mayor Tarpey to the city commissioners announcing his resignation as mayor and reasons for his decision. Discusses Mayor Goodson's plans to continue the growth of the city established by ex-mayor Tarpey. A letter to the citizens of Texas City from Tarpey explaining his resignation and thanking them for their support. Discusses the 13 mayors of Texas City, including W. P. Tarpey. Has portrait of Tarpey.(article is incomplete) Newspaper obituary and photo of William P. Tarpey. Mayor Carl Nessler officially pays tribute to W. P. Tarpey's government career. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/77f995ed561d302185c0598217ba08c7.pdf d643b479e9fc742ed42dd26f428ea3bf PDF Text Text Mayors - Trahan, J. Curtis (1946-1947) Number Creator 1 2 Title J. C. Trahan Our Mayor 1947 Format Image Image Date(s) n.d. 1947 3 July 1947 Excerpt 1947 Description Portrait and term dates of Mayor Trahan. Photo of Mayor J. Curtis Trahan Mayor Trahan's account of intentions to rebuild and recover Texas City's industries and city following the 1947 Explosion. Texas City Oral History Project Excerpt 13 Qualified for Ballot in city Race Article n.d. Discusses Trahan's run for Mayor. 3-15-1946 Discusses candidates for city elections, including Trahan for Mayor. Swabbing the Deck Article 3-26-1946 Article 5-17-1946 Discusses mayoral candidate Trahan. Discusses Mayor Trahan's response to an ordinance to regulate traffic. 4 5 Trahan, J. Curtis Trahan, J. Curtis and Susie Moncla 6 Texas City Sun Blackburn, Orlando (Texas City Sun) 7 Texas City Sun 8 Texas City Sun 9 Texas City Sun 10 Texas City Sun 11 Texas City Sun 12 Texas City Sun 13 14 Organization of Softball League Talked at Meeting Article 4-19-1946 Image 9-2-1946 Article 9-27-1946 Headline 4-5-1946 Front page showing headline of Trahan's win for Mayor Trahan and articles concerning the election and the new mayor. Article 4-5-1946 Texas City Sun First Mail at Nadeau Mayor Proclaims Observance of Religious Week Trahan Swept Into Office By Unexpected Overwhelming 3 to 1 Vote DeWalt, Voile, Ludwig and Matthews, Elected Commissioners For city City Promised Progressive Government Discusses planning for an organized city softball league. Photo of Postmaster R. J. Meskill receiving first bag of mail from the Nadeau station in front of crowd of onlookers that included Mayor J. Curtis Trahan. Discusses mayor Trahan's proclamation of a Christian religious observance week. Article 4-5-1946 Texas City Sun Announces Candidacy Image 7-24-1947 Discusses Trahan's win for Mayor, includes photo. Discusses Trahan's background, his win, and his first statement after the election. Photo of Trahan with explanation of Trahan entering the race to fill an unexpected vacancy due to the recent death of U.S. Rep. J. J. Mansfield. 1 �Mayors - Trahan, J. Curtis (1946-1947) 15 Texas City Sun 16 Texas City Sun 17 Galveston Daily News In final Recommendation…Trahan Calls for city Manager Government Then and now in TC former Texas City mayor Trahan dead Article 7-27-1947 Image 9-22-1991 Article 11-18-2004 Discusses Trahan's resignation and his suggestion that the city hire a city manager for of government. Photo of former Mayor Trahan meeting current Mayor Chuck Doyle. Discusses Mayor Trahan's term as mayor, his life, and funeral plans. 2 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/34c7f1619345f3857a55ada6c8de4aaf.pdf e068d77c77ec670e11f9ff600f36c1ca PDF Text Text Mayors - Walker, Samuel T. (1924-1926) Number Creator 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Perryman, Nadine Title S. T. Walker The Sam T. Walkers mark 50th Wedding Anniversary Samuel T. Walker Mrs. Lola Walker Samuel Walker, Ex-TC Mayor Is Dead At 75 Samuel Walker is dead At 75 Former TC Mayor Dies Format Image Article &image obit obit obit obit obit Date(s) n.d. Description Portrait and service dates photo used by city. 1960 c1960s 1-14-1969 Discusses the 50th anniversary celebrations for the Walkers Obituary for Walker. Obituary for Lola Walker Obituary for Walker. Obituary for Walker. Obituary for Walker. 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/459f563e9ae201b27dc0be472be50c98.pdf 205644ecda6a468f590938305e4bd59a PDF Text Text Musicians Number Creator 1 2 Title Format Brisbin, John Anthony ( Living Blues) Charles Brown Interview Article McLendon, B. Scott ( Texas City graduate nominated Galveston Daily News) for Pulitzer Prize Article 4 Caldwell, Shannon (Coast Monthly) Hotbed for Talent' Article Greineisen, Corey Free jazz concert coming to 6th (Galveston Daily News) Street Community Plaza Article 5 Texas City Sun 3 The Music Man Image Date(s) Description Extensive interview covers life and career of Charles Dec 1994 Brown. Includes many photos. a musician, his life philosophy, and his Pulitzer Prize 12-13-2024 Biography. Discuses the many notable musicians from Texas City, such as Charles Brown, Ruth Waters, Herman Solomon, July 2025 Hannibal Lokumbe. Includes photos. Discusses Musician Kyle Turner's upcoming performance 2-18-2026 at the 6th Street community plaza. Includes photo. Three images of Marvin "Hannibal" Peterson, a 1967 gradaute of Texas City High School, playing the trumpet during "Sounds of Hope", a youth musical group organized by the "I Make a Difference" program, a product of the April 14, 1992 Black History Committee 1992 1 � https://texascitylibrary-archive.org/files/original/b539eb8b36efb0f116e25f5501f95995.jpg 831fc39e6d4e69894f2d2f6fd659d178 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Description An account of the resource A list of all the items in the vertical file, along with document sheet for each folder. 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