Texas Folklore Society
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The Texas Folklore Society is a non-profit organization formed on December 29, 1909, in Dallas, Texas. According to John Avery Lomax, the first print collection included "public songs and ballads; sup
Comanche figures depicting methods of war
J. Frank Dobie
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James Frank Dobie was an American folklorist, writer, and newspaper columnist best known for his many books depicting the richness and traditions of life in rural Texas during the days of the open ran
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…1958), and Worser Days and Better Times (1965). American folklorist and educator Jovita González was also involved in the Texas Folklore Society. With J. Frank Dobie endorsing her election, González became the first Mexican-American and female member to become vice president in 1928, and president for two terms from…
J. Frank Dobie photo, National Portrait Gallery IMG 4376
Graves of J. Frank and Bertha Dobie at Texas State Cemetery in Austin, Texas