The Marathon Public Library is proud to announce the continuation of its Summer Speaker Series with an upcoming presentation by Matt Walter, Curator of Collections and Youth Programming at the Museum of the Big Bend. On Thursday, July 13th, at 6pm, community members are invited to join the event held at the Marathon Community Center.
During the presentation, Matt Walter will unveil a collection of rarely seen, hand-drawn postcards that depict daily life along the border and in the Marathon area during the Mexican Revolution. These historical artifacts offer a unique glimpse into the past and shed light on the experiences of individuals living in the region during that tumultuous time.
The Summer Speaker Series at the Marathon Public Library aims to provide educational and engaging experiences for the community. This event is an excellent opportunity for history enthusiasts, residents, and visitors alike to learn more about the rich cultural heritage of Marathon and its surrounding areas. Don’t miss this captivating presentation by Matt Walter, where the past comes alive through the artistry of these postcards.
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My Uncle, Earl Mills, older than My Grandmother was with Pershing from Big Bend to Arizona. I have his metals and pictures that he had made into post cards( several dozen) William L “ Bill” Pool . Player on the 1968 Sul Ross NAIA Baseball College World Series team, owner of a smallWildlife Management Ranch(164 acres with River frontage) Extensive Texana y Frontera Library ..wpool47@yahoo.com. “ Old Billy”
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