Old Deed

I found this old Pleasanton deed in some family papers. The deed is dated 1858, the year the town was established. The name on the front is Edward Fields and the county clerk who recorded it was Ed Walker. Ed Walker enlisted in 1862, but was discharged because of his age. He was 45. After his return to Atascosa County, Ed Walker received a commission to enlist a company of Rangers for protection against Indian raids.

Martha B.Duck

Martha B.Duck was the daughter of G.W.M.Duck and Evaline White Duck. She never married and died at age 26. Martha is buried in the Duck plot in the Pleasanton City Cemetery. This beautiful remembrance from her funeral in 1890 was found by Norman Porter, Sr. and is in pristine condition. As a Duck descendant, I am amazed that this funeral card has found it's way to me.

1923 Teacher's Contract

We've come a long way, baby!



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