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Child Custody does not have to mean WAR!76

Infidelity and Parent Alienation Syndrome

by J D Murrah

One of the controversial topics associated with infidelity occurs when the adultery is followed by divorce and child custody battles. During such custody battles, the issue of “Parent Alienation Syndrome”... published 8 months ago

0 comments    family marriage divorce

The Eiffel Tower from the Arc d'Triomph75

A Texans-Top-10-places-to-see-in-Paris

by J D Murrah

Notre Dame-A fine specimen of gothic architecture full of history. The church still conducts services in the cathedral on Sundays. Some contain Gregorian chants. Each of the bells in the... published 6 months ago

2 comments    travel recreation tourism

Dawn in the Hills by Julian Onderdonk. An example of Texas Impressionism75

Texas Artists and Art Movements

by J D Murrah

From"Texans Always Move Them: A True History of Texas" When Texas wildcatter, Edgar Byram Davis struck oil, everyone benefitted. After making profits on his discovery, he used his funds to improve Texas.... published 2 months ago

2 comments    arts art texas

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Best American Presidents

by J D Murrah

Since the office of President involves so many issues and factors, making the choice as to who was best is often a challenging prospect at best. What will the assessment be made upon? Each President has faced... published 3 months ago

29 comments    politics america bible

CSS Alabama. The Confederate raider commanded by Hispanic Raphael Semmes74

Confederate History Month: Minorities in the Army

by J D Murrah

Throughout the South, April is celebrated as Confederate History Month. Although many people have covered the War Between the States in their classes at school, they are surprised to find out how many things... published 6 months ago

0 comments    education politics war

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Top 10 Texas Black History Heroes in America.

by J D Murrah

There are many notable black historic figures from Texas. Each of them made significant contributions to black history of not only Texa, but the nation at large. Black Texans have made major contributions in... published 7 months ago

4 comments    entertainment education politics

Signature of Babe Zaharias (Babe Didrkson)72

Babe Didrikson: Best Woman Athlete from Texas

by J D Murrah

Mildred Ella Didrikson was born 26 June 1911 in Port Arthur, Texas. She was the sixth of seven children born to Norwegian immigrants. Her mother was an accomplished skater in Norway prior to immigrating to... published 2 months ago

4 comments    business sports golf

The Spanish explorer Aviles, who celebrated Thanksgiving with Indians at St. Augustine, Florida71

Facts Historians Leave Out About Thanksgiving

by J D Murrah

The holiday celebration known as Thanksgiving is often seen as an “American” tradition. The accepted version of the holiday and its celebration focuses on the Pilgrims and the fest they shared with local... published 2 months ago

21 comments    food history america

The Terry's Texas Ranger Memorial. Located on the South lawn of the Texas State Capitol in Austin.70

Terry's Texas Rangers Memorial 100th Anniversary

by J D Murrah

Terry’s Texas Ranger Memorial, Austin, Texas. 16 June 2007 Remarks by Jeffrey Murrah Today we honor the men of Terry’s Texas Rangers, who one hundred years ago voluntarily contributed to... published 8 months ago

0 comments    politics texas austin

Besides being home to 'wide open spaces', Texas is home to many inventors and their inventions.69

Texas Inventors

by J D Murrah

When one considers where would the world be without Texans, there are some surprising answers. Many modern inventions and products that we use daily are due to the work of Texans. Consider what the world... published 8 months ago

2 comments    technology texas star trek

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