Back in 1929 things were really happening. The stock market cratered and The Great Depression engulfed the world in an economic crisis that lasted for years. The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre took place in Chicago. The first Academy Awards were presented at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The Museum of Modern Art opened to the public in New York City. Born in that year were … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Recalls Days Of The Past And The Years Since Then
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The Passing Of North Texan Influencers Of 2018
As the hours tick down on the final year of the decade, it might be a good time to commemorate some of those North Texans whose lives ended in 2018. Some were lifelong residents; one had hardly been here a couple of years. Some were renowned for their philanthropy; others were respected for their simply getting uber involved in building the community.Each and every one of … [Read more...] about The Passing Of North Texan Influencers Of 2018
Awards Of Excellence Toasted Dallas’ Current Standouts As Well As Making A Historic Selfie
Louise Caldwell is an old pro when it comes to preparing for a fundraiser. On Thursday, November 1, she proved that as guests started arriving at The Fairmont Dallas for the Dallas Historical Society’s 2018 Awards for Excellence in Community Service Luncheon.Earlier in the day some called with a last minute request for a table. No problem. Louise had a table in reserve just … [Read more...] about Awards Of Excellence Toasted Dallas’ Current Standouts As Well As Making A Historic Selfie
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Awards of Excellence In Community Service Luncheon
The Dallas Historical Society’s “Awards of Excellence in Community Service Luncheon" at the Fairmont on Thursday, November 1, was a history maker.Dallas’ leading boldfacers joined in the festivities that provided historic moments of past and present ranging from Jubilee Awardee Tom Dunning’s tales of former Dallas residents Doc Holiday and Belle Starr to … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Awards of Excellence In Community Service Luncheon
2018 Award Of Excellence In Community Service Recipients Were Honored With A Patron Reception
The rain took the day off on Thursday, October 18, so naturally the fundraisers took full advantage of the opportunity. While Lisa and Clay Cooley’s complex played host to Hope Supply’s 4th annual fundraiser and a well-known couple opened their digs near Klyde Warren Park for fall cocktails (translation: a get-together for a local politico), the Dallas Historical Society … [Read more...] about 2018 Award Of Excellence In Community Service Recipients Were Honored With A Patron Reception
Wesley-Rankin Community Center’s “A Taste Of West Dallas” To Celebrate The Legacy of Hattie Rankin Moore
It seems that in recent years, developers and other forward thinking types have discovered West Dallas. Perhaps it was the creation of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, the long-range plans for the Trinity River or just the plain fact that it was so close to the CBD area and ripe for development.However, it wasn’t always like that. Way back in 1902 it was known as “Devil’s … [Read more...] about Wesley-Rankin Community Center’s “A Taste Of West Dallas” To Celebrate The Legacy of Hattie Rankin Moore
Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Celebrates Memories With Sodas As HP Pharmacy Nears An End
As Highland Park Pharmacy proprietor Gretchen Minyard Williams looked around her drugstore, which was filled to the brim with people seated at the soda-fountain stools and others still trying to squeeze in for a table, she seemed wistful yet resigned on Tuesday, September 4. Yes, the place had been a mainstay for generations. But it would be the scene of its final serving of … [Read more...] about Park Cities Historic And Preservation Society Celebrates Memories With Sodas As HP Pharmacy Nears An End
Prepare Now Before It Chills
While the southeast coast is bracing for Hurricane Florence’s arrival, North Texans are relieved not to be near a hurricane zone. Sure, back in 1978 the relatively new TV show "Dallas" had the Ewing boys scrambling back to Dallas before a hurricane was to hit in "Wind of Vengeance." Locals had a good giggle out of that episode.Regardless, while the Carolinas, Virginias, … [Read more...] about Prepare Now Before It Chills
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dallas Historical Society Awards For Excellence
According to Dallas Historical Society Awards for Excellence Luncheon Coordinator/Advisor Louise Caldwell,"Under the new leadership of Board Chair Mary Suhm and Board President Veletta Lill, the Trustees of the Dallas Historical Society are honored to celebrate the recipients of the 2018 Awards for Excellence, which is bestowed on individuals who have demonstrated … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Dallas Historical Society Awards For Excellence
Winston Churchill’s Great-Grandson Gave The Methodist Foundation’s New Eagle Society A Lesson In Standing Up For Leadership
A crowd of about 130 people gathered for a "family reunion" on Tuesday, June 12, at the Dallas Country Club. Officially, the gathering was the inaugural dinner and program for the Methodist Health System Foundation's Eagle Society. That's a new society consisting of current and retired board members, donors and leaders of all stripes across the Methodist system.But … [Read more...] about Winston Churchill’s Great-Grandson Gave The Methodist Foundation’s New Eagle Society A Lesson In Standing Up For Leadership
‘The Colors Of Spain’ Were Featured At The 33rd Annual La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Presentation Gala
Elizabeth and Eric Gambrell looked happy. Pausing outside the Chantilly Ballroom at the Hilton Anatole, where the 33rd annual La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Presentation Gala was about to get underway on Saturday, June 9, the couple was impressed by how many people had shown up for the event."It's our biggest crowd ever—1,030!" said Elizabeth, who was co-chairing the … [Read more...] about ‘The Colors Of Spain’ Were Featured At The 33rd Annual La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Presentation Gala