Published: March 08, 2008 10:42 am            

Changes I’ve seen

Larry Jones, Democrat Columnist

Just over a month ago I attended a meeting of the Parker County History and Heritage, Inc., where attendees were fortunate to hear a delightful presentation by Doyle Marshall of Annetta about early Indian raids in Parker County. For those of you not familiar with his works, Mr. Marshall is a noted authority on this subject, and in 1990, he published a highly acclaimed book, “A Cry Unheard,” which provides a detailed account of Indian depredations in this part of North Texas. The book should be required reading for every resident of Texas.

After the presentation I was chatting with Vonnie Munnerlyn, president of the PCTH&H, Inc., and I learned the organization is currently working to document or record the recollections of older residents of Parker County. With the passing of each generation, a wealth of local history is forever lost unless it is preserved for future generations. I have seen several notices in this paper outlining this project and providing information on how to participate in this significant undertaking, and I would strongly encourage county residents to take part in this endeavor.

Although I am far from being one of the oldest of Parker County residents, I have often reflected about the startling changes I’ve seen during my lifetime. I can only imagine the immense change that some of our older residents, like 101-year-old Ivan Pritchard, or soon to be centenarian Jack Borden have seen. To listen to their recollections is truly an enlightening experience.

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