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"In the winter of 1897 several photographs of Kerrville were taken by a “Mr. Lowrey, a traveling man.’ Two of his photographs survive, and I’ve finally figured out from where they were taken..."
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Photographic Mysteries In the winter of 1897 several photographs of Kerrville were taken by a “Mr. Lowrey, a traveling man.’ Two of his photographs survive, and I’ve finally figured out from where they were taken. The problem with 120-year-old photographs is this: none of the structures in the two images still exist. By looking closely at the images you’d never find the spot from which they were taken, using modern clues, since the streetscape and buildings have completely changed since that time. This problem makes figuring out from where each photo was taken more of a challenge, and therefore much more fun. In fact, you’d need a bag of tricks to solve the mystery. I can now confirm both of the images were taken in Kerrville; one from what is now Peterson Plaza, facing roughly west, toward what is now Pampell’s; the other was taken from the other side of the river, in what is now Louise Hays Park, near where the footbridge stands today, looking up the bluff to the area between the mostly vacant Bank of America building to the Arcadia Theater project. 10
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people, though that’s probably because it was cold. One of the photos was taken after a snowfall. That photo, of the side of the St. Charles Hotel (which stood on the eastern corner of today’s Sidney Baker and Water Street) shows the Gregory Hotel (which, after many transformations, is now the Pampell’s building). There are several significant things in the photograph. First, it shows the St. Charles grew after 1897; an addition shown in other photographs of the building is not in this photograph. Second, a building is visible between the two hotels. It’s on the western corner of the intersection of Water and Sidney Baker, and is currently the home of Wellborn Engineering. One of the tools I use to help me decipher old photographs is my collection of Sanborn-Perris fire maps, and I have a copy of one from August, 1898. The 1898 map shows the St. Charles without an addition, and the 1904 map shows the St. Charles with the addition, so the handwritten date of 1897 on the back of the photographs is probably accurate.
The other photo taken in 1897 was more difficult to figure out. It was taken from the Louise Hays Park area, near where the footbridge crosses today, below the dam, and it looked toward the bluff and town. I didn't recognize a single building in the photograph, and there was a building in the middle with a chimney and sloping roof. But studying the old 1898 map showed me it was definitely of Kerrville. The photographer waded across the river and pointed his camera north. The building with the chimney in the center of the photograph is the St. Charles Hotel. The building closest to the photographer was the windmill and warehouse shop of Charles Schreiner. The other buildings were a part of the camp yard, where ranchers could park their wagons and spend the night when they brought wool or mohair to market. In 120 years the photos we snap today will likely be as foreign to viewers as are these photographs to us. However, if all of the digital photos we take today are never printed on paper, it's possible we'll have more photographs of Kerrville from 1897 than we will from 2019.
Joe Herring Jr. is a Kerrville native who collects historical items from Kerrville and Kerr County.
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“Winter is coming.” For folks who followed Game Of Thrones, those words rang an ominous note and sent a shiver up the collective spine of the fan base. The prospect of colder/ cooler weather, even a touch of frost or dusting of snow, has a similar effect on lifelong southerners here in South Central Texas. When temperatures were still in the 90’s into October this fall there was lots of moaning and groaning about how tired we were of summer. It is hard to drum up visions of “frost on the pumpkin” when it’s more like trying to keep mold off the gourds. I’ve been here long enough to know Texans aren’t big fans of frost on much of anything. As a Yankee who hails from Wisconsin, I actually like winter, up to a point. In Wisconsin, you either liked cold and snow (or at least learned to accept it) or you moved. I didn’t move to the Sunbelt until I was in my thirties, by which time my vision of ideal weather was low 70’s. In South Florida I was told that was “sweater weather”. Anything below 70o elicited warnings to put an extra blanket on the bed – an electric blanket if you had one. The thing about winter is, it’s relative. What is cold one place is just “good sleeping weather” somewhere else. My take is without the uncomfortable days – either too hot or too cold – would we fully appreciate the truly nice ones? Besides, how can we possibly shy away from a season that includes Christmas and New Year’s? Once you recover from those two happy, optimistic holidays, here in the Texas Hill Country you can bring out your gold, 24
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purple, and green finery, toss on some beads and feathers, and party yourself silly at Cowboy Mardi Gras, February 12–15th, produced and hosted by the 11th Street Cowboy Bar in Bandera. And how nice of the organizers to have Cowboy Mardi Gras straddle Valentine’s Day in 2020! Another reason to celebrate winter. Honestly, here in the Hill Country we have only brief stings of truly frigid weather. There is a reason we attract so many Winter Texans from the northern reaches. Even clothing – and this is strictly my opinion here in Allyce’s Attic – is more interesting in winter. Pack away all those namby-pamby pastels and bring out the strong, vibrant jewel tones. (It’s also a lot easier to camouflage a few extra holiday pounds or those pesky love handles under a sweater or jacket than in more revealing summery attire.) And while you can always add another layer if you’re too cold, there is a limit to how much you can legally take off in public if you’re too warm! So get out in the crisper temperatures and enjoy all that winter offers. There are Christmas parades and extravagant light displays from private homes to historic courthouses and along many of our beautiful waterways. Hiking, biking, riding horseback through our gorgeous countryside, dancing to our abundance of great live music in multiple venues, strolling from shop to shop is all more energized in cooler temps. Need to warm up, duck into any of the available eateries for a steak, a latte, tacos, pizza or whatever your heart and stomach desire. Winter 2019/2020
A big “Welcome back!” to our Winter Texans. We know you can handle whatever our weather throws at you. For those who live here fulltime and can’t abide the mere thought of the aforementioned frost or a touch of that dreaded snow or temperatures hovering around the freezing mark – or lower – take heart. Spring will show up again and before long we can get back to complaining about the heat. Meanwhile, I’m going to enjoy the heck out of winter and all it has to offer and what it doesn’t. For a few months I won’t miss fire ants, mowing the grass, snakes, sweating when I walk ten feet to the car. The wonder of winter is a state of mind. Snuggle into a sweater, have a cup of cocoa and bowl of gumbo. Another wonderful winter is here! See y’all next Spring!
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This issue I will share with you a fun cake that is my mother’s recipe. It would be a pretty cake to make for Christmas or Valentine’s Day! I will also share a couple of appetizer recipes that could be used during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays or Super Bowl parties. Also for those cold evenings with family and friends I will include a recipe for make ahead crockpot cocoa. I wish everyone Happy Holidays and I look forward to the next issue -we should be well into Spring by that time!
Bake a yellow cake mix in a 9x13 pan. When cooled, punch full of holes ( I use a straw). Dissolve 2 small packages of strawberry jello in 1 ½ cup of hot water and stir until dissolved. Add 10 oz of strawberry Pop (soda) (in Texas this could even be Big Red!). Pour over cake. Frosting: Mix 1 large dream whip with 1 large package of instant vanilla pudding and add 1 ½ cup of milk.
Put in the crockpot - 3 1/3 cups of dry milk powder, add 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup sugar, 1 tsp vanilla and 6 cups of warm water. Set on low heat—ready in 3-4 hours.
Mix all ingredients except pecans. Put in an 8 inch pie plate. Heat and crisp the pecans in a little melted butter then sprinkle them on top. Bake at 325 degrees for 20 minutes. Serve with your favorite crackers. Mix 1 cup of flour, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp poultry seasoning, salt and pepper in a ziploc bag, then add about 20 fresh chicken wings. Shake to coat. Deep fry the wings 15 minutes then drain on paper towels. Sauce: In a sauce pan add 1 TBSP hot sauce of your choice, ¼ tsp garlic powder, ¼ cup BBQ sauce of your choice, 1 TBSP brown sugar, 1 stick of margarine, add a few drops of worchestershire sauce. Heat the sauce until the margarine is melted. Drop in the wings and coat them in the sauce then lay them out on a cookie sheet and bake until “dry” or sauce is dry...in otherwords, sticky. These are finger lickin’ good! 38 32
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Ever wonder where to eat when you visit the Hill Country?
Backyard Bisso, Pipe Creek, Tx
The Backyard Bistro and Chef Aaron's "Farm to Table Fare" proudly serve their dishes using only the finest fresh ingredients available, including: organic eggs from their own chickens and herbs from their very own garden-picked daily for your culinary delight. Available for parties, catering & wine tastings. Live music Fridays & Saturdays. 167 Panther Ridge, Pipe Creek, Texas 78063, Hwy 16 South (Behind Country Accents Antiques) (830) 535-4094 www.backyardbistrobandera.com
The 199 Hole, Bandera, TX
Located next to the Golf Pro Shop at the Flying L Ranch Resort, The 19th Hole has a full menu serving breakfast and lunch daily, snacks and candy, grab-n-go meals, and beer and wine. We proudly brew Starbucks! Guests have the option of sitting inside the restaurant or outside on the covered patio. Large TV screens located indoors and out. Also, come check out the Classic Car Show the third Friday of each month. Open daily 7:00am-6:00pm (some summer hours extended). Breakfast: 7:30am-10:30am, Lunch: 11:00am-2:00pm. 566 Flying L Drive, Bandera, TX 78003, www.flyingl.com, 830-796-7745.
Branding Iron Bar & Grill, Bandera, TX
Located at the Main House at the Flying L Ranch Resort, the Branding Iron Bar & Grill is open daily this summer! Come and check out this unique place with full bar and menu. There are four large TV screens to catch all your favorite games! Family friendly, great prices, and we offer indoor and outdoor seating. Monday-Friday 2pm-midnight, Saturday & Sunday Noon-Midnight, LIVE Music every Friday at 7:30pm DJ/Karaoke every Saturday at 7:30pm, Happy Hour Thursday’s 5pm-8pm 675 Flying L Drive, Bandera, TX 78003, www.flyingl.com, 830-796-7745.
Gringo’s Burritt, Bandera, Tx
Fast and fresh burritos, tacos, nachos, burrito bowls, and salads! Gringo’s has all the toppings! Meat lover’s, vegetarian, vegan, or gluten free, you decide how healthy you want to be. Outdoor dining right on Main Street! 702 Main Street Bandera, TX 78003. www.gringosburritos.com
Mac and Earnie’s Roadside Eatery, Tarpley, Tx
Lunch on Fridays and Saturdays includes cheeseburgers and their famous Cabrito Burger. Dinners on Friday and Saturday night feature steaks, catfish, ancho chile honey basted quail and specials such as grilled pork tenderloin with a sweet-tart Vietnamese dipping sauce or grilled Tuna with roasted Jalapeno Mayonnaise. 830-562-3727 11804 FM 470 (junction of FM 470 and FM 462)
Gravity Check Saloon and Arena, Kerrville, TX
Gravity Check Saloon & Arena is a full service bar, grill, and event space for all ages to enjoy! They have live music and spacious dance floor for weekly entertainment. There is a large outdoor patio setting and outdoor arena to watch equine and cattle events while you enjoy your meal. 3979 Bandera Hwy (173) Kerrville, Texas. (830) 634-3075. Grill hours: Mon-Thurs 11am - 9pm Fri.&Sat. 11am-10pm Sun.12pm-9pm
1011 Bisso, Kerrville, Tx Voted the best restaurant in Kerrville, Texas! 1011 Bistro is a fine dining experience with the best outdoor seating with views of the Guadalupe river! Their elegant menu includes appetizers, steaks, seafood, pasta, and an extensive wine list. Please call for reservations: (830) 895-1169 - 1011 www.1011bistro.com Guadalupe St. Kerrville, TX 78028 HOURS: Tue-Sat 4:30–9:00 pm
Monroe’s East End Grill, Kerrville,Tx
Barista - Good Eats - Pastries. Classic diner offerings, sandwiches, specialty hot dogs and wraps, salads, great coffee and in house pastries. Watch the game on any one of their big screen TVs or enjoy some down time in our cozy coffee lounge. Drive-Thru! Award winning wings and Wine-A-Ritas! 1700 Water Street Kerrville, Texas (830) 955-5572. Visit their facebook for updates and specials!
Wilson’s Icehouse, Kerrville, Tx
Wilson’s offers some of the freshest gulf oysters and shrimp, as well as flat bread pizzas, sandwhiches, black bean nachos, desserts, and more. Full bar with indoor and outdoor patio seating available. Rotating Texas craft beers on tap and daily specailty drinks. (830) 955-9611. Open daily 10am-12am. 1621 Water Steet Kerrville, Texas.
Alamo Springs Cafe,
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Alamo Springs Cafe was immortalized on the cover of Texas Monthly a while back with a shot of their monster burger. The Cafe, which is right next to the famous bat tunnel, is famous for its burgers and other Texas comfort food. It is outside Fredricksburg and a bit off the beaten path but well worth the drive. Seasonal live music on weekends. 107 Alamo Rd, Fredericksburg, TX (830) 990-8004 Visit them on Facebook!
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When you consider all the places to be during the cold winter months, I can’t think of a more enchanting and inviting place than the Texas Hill Country. The winter temperatures are mild while the rest of the country is in hibernation, which affords many opportunities to be out and about. This coupled with the small-town traditions and unique celebrations all add to the charm of the season. A trip to Wimberley is a must this time of year! This idyllic little town is best known for its art galleries and performing arts, shops on the square, and century-old cypress trees that line its river and creek. Be sure to check out Wimberley Glassworks where you can catch a live glassblowing demonstration, The EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens (which offers outstanding holiday events in addition to ongoing live performances), and The Wimberley Players. When hunger strikes, head right on over to Creekside Cookers BBQ & Steak House. This is an absolute local favorite for Texas
Seafood Company, and Cooper’s Old Time BBQ. While you’re there, do your sweet tooth a favor by visiting Texas’ oldest bakery, Naegelin's. They have been a Texas establishment for over 150 years! Be prepared to admit decision-making defeat as you stare longingly at their pastry cases. Pro tip: Get several items, you won’t regret it! The historic district of Gruene is a magical little place and the winter months are perhaps one of its finest! This former cotton gin town is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to Texas’ oldest dancehall, Gruene Hall, which still hosts several live music performances weekly. You’ll find many unique holiday events here in Gruene, in addition to outstanding fare. Both the Gristmill and the Gruene River Grill will have you dining among the trees overlooking the beautiful Guadalupe River. Afterward, indulge in that two-step at Gruene Hall, or simply enjoy shopping at the quaint shops.
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My high school reunions have always been fun, but my favorite of all time was in 2003. It was an All-School Reunion where former players of our Spring Branch (Houston) football team faced alumni from rival Memorial in tag football. The game was played at Darrell Tully Stadium off of I10 and Diary Ashford Rd. (I remember when they built it in 1965. It was in the middle of nowhere and we thought the planners had lost their minds!)
I tried not to stare at him as I thought, Here he is – he led our high school to three state playoffs, first Longhorn to record three consecutive 1,000-yard rushing seasons, former All-Southwest Conference three times and All-American! It was because of Chris Gilbert that my favorite item of clothing in the late 60s was a Texas Longhorns sweatshirt. As predicted, he got the attention of the NFL and was drafted in 1969 by the New York Jets. “You turned down playing with Joe Namath!” I blurted out. He smiled and then said, “I think you might want this next card.” I swiped my fingers across the green felt. Twenty-one!
Spring Branch High School had closed in 1985 so the players as well as the Bruin Brigade drill team, cheerleaders and band participants were anywhere from their early sixties to mid-thirties. Former Texas Longhorns All-American Chris Gilbert was there doing the coin toss. As luck would have it, I watched from afar in the Victory Line for our Bears players to run through. Chris was still as good-looking as he was when he was voted in as Most Popular in 1965. Our cheerleaders lead the stands in chants as the band played the fight song. The drill team thrilled everyone with their high-kicks and dance routines in a half-time show. I twirled a baton and threw a few aerials into the bright stadium lights. I was overjoyed! No drops! The months of practice in my living room and later the backyard (where I was sent after putting a soft dent in our living room archway) had paid off! It was a fun evening with nobody getting hurt, but a lot of groaning especially when Memorial won. The MVP was former Longhorn Brad Dawson from Memorial. Also playing was Brad’s younger brother Doug who was a guard for the Houston Oilers in the 90s. The next night we had a casino event at one of the hotels. Chris Gilbert was there as a dealer. I must have stood an hour waiting for someone to leave his table! The former football star was the perfect dealer. He would peek at the next card. “Nah… I think you might want to let me keep this one” and then would wink. Between hands, I questioned him about his years after Spring Branch where he shattered school records. “Rumor has it that the reason you went to Texas is because our Coach Tully’s wife Edith was good friends with Edith Royal, wife of the Longhorns head coach.” He grinned with a smile made for toothpaste commercials. He neither confirmed nor denied. 50 Heart Beat of the Texas Hill Country
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4 Way Bar & Grill 9742 FM 1283 Lakehills, TX (830) 751-3400
Kerrville Festivals 3876 Medina Highway, Kerrville, TX (830) 257-3600 Texas Heritage Music Foundation 2100 Memorial Blvd, Kerrville, Texas (830) 792-1945
Flying L Ranch Branding Iron Bar & Grill Every Friday 7:30pm
The Ridge Marketplace 13439 S Ranch Road 783, Kerrville, TX (830) 896-0420 Pier 27 1521 Junction Hwy, Kerrville, TX 78028 (830) 896-7437
Chuck Wagon Dinner & Show Saturdays 6:30-8:30pm *Reservations only Flying L Ranch Resort 675 Flying L Drive 830-796-7745
Azul 202 Earl Garrett St, Kerrville, TX (830) 896-9338
Jake’s @ Polly's Peak 3810 Hwy 16, Bandera, TX (830) 535-6699
Callioux Theater 910 Main Street, Kerrville, TX (830) 896-9393
Bandera Ale Project 3540 Hwy 16, Bandera, TX (830) 522-4226
Luckenbach 412 Luckenbach Town Loop Fredericksburg, TX (830) 997-3224 Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse 305 W Main St, Fredericksberg, TX (830) 992-3288 Hondo’s on Main 312 W. Main St. Fredericksburg, TX (830)-997-1633 The Rockbox 109 N Llano St, Fredericksburg, TX (830) 997-7625 Silver Creek 310 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX (830) 990-4949 El Milagro Twenty Twelve 249 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX Phone:(830) 307-3051
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Wilson's Icehouse 1621 Water St, Kerrville, TX 78028 (830) 955-9611
Blanco Riverside Bar 18 Main Street, Blanco, TX 78606, USA (830) 833-0208
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This article was written by Stephanie Day in a relatively recent internet contribution, well over 100 years after the orchard’s establishment.
Since the winter months of December to late March are the optimum planting times for fruit and nut trees, especially the bare root cultivars, it seems appropriate to write about the experiences here on The Farm. Back 40 or 50 years ago my vocation was as an Assistant County Agent (AgriLife Extension Agent) in current terminology. It was the goal of the Extension Service for all of its employees to have master's and PhD degrees. Various short courses were developed with college credit, and it was very convenient for employees of the service to attend. One such course was a Horticulture Department presentation on fruit tree production. Since I only worked at this job two years, and that as an assistant, I probably didn’t provide much help to constituents regarding fruit production. However, on returning home to Bandera County, I planted the family garden (5 acres or so) in a large variety of fruit trees--peaches, apricots, plumbs, pears, apples, persimmons, and figs. The different species had different degrees of success. Two or three successful crops were harvested from most, but in almost every case as the trees got older their roots reached the yellow caliche that underlies most of our county. The yellow green veined leaves signifying iron colorosis developed, and the trees eventually died. The only survivors after 6 or 7 years were two pear trees and several fig trees. It is probably not impossible to grow other fruit in Bandera County, but based on this experience it would seem that the safest fruit investment would be in pears and figs.
The surviving pear varieties here on the Farm have been identified as Moonglow and Orient. Both are large hard pears that do not ripen well on the tree. The value of Moonglow in our estimation would be as a pollinator because while adequate for cooking, it is gritty, just not the best quality. The Orient variety ripens off the tree and is really good in fruit salads as well as pies, cobblers, crisps, and preserves. Pears are arguably better than apples. However, evaluating their degree of ripeness for designated uses seems to be something of a skill. Still another example of adaptation of pears to this area is a large Bartlett tree in the lawn area between Country Accepts Antique Store and the Bistro Restaurant. As is the case with almost any speculations, experiences, and histories, it would be easy to ramble on, but in the interest of time and space it is necessary to save some for another time. Maybe there will be a way to cover figs another day. AgriLife Extension Service can provide very detailed information on planting and care techniques.
To further emphasize this observation, there is an account in J. Marvin Hunter’s “Pioneer History of Bandera County” of Amasa Clark, one of the earliest settlers of Bandera County selling 100 bushels of pears for $1/bushel. this would have been prior to 1900. Wondering how I was going to verify if any of these trees were still alive, I pulled up Bandera County History on the internet and came across the following account. “Amasa Clark celebrated as Bandera’s first permanent settler. He started a successful business “Elmdale Nursery” where hundreds of his pear trees still stand today.” 66
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