Name/Title
Texas Sketchbook : A collection of historical stories from the Humble WayScope and Content
The Texas Sketchbook: A Collection of Historical Stories from The Humble Way, authored by F.T. Fields and illustrated by E.M. Schiwetz, was published in 1955 by Humble Oil & Refining Co. in Houston, Texas. This volume comprises 104 pages filled with vivid illustrations and engaging narratives that explore the early days and rich history of Texas. The articles featured in this collection were originally published over several years in "The Humble Way", a quarterly magazine produced by Humble Oil & Refining Company. The topics covered are diverse, including Gonzales, the Missions of Texas, Galveston, early East Texas, the Texas Navy, and the Border Forts, among others.Collection
Old Weird HoustonLexicon
Getty AAT
Concept
architectural history, conceptual drawings, sketches, architectural historyLOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
Books, Architectural drawings, Illustrated covers, IllustrationsSearch Terms
houston, humble oil, sketchbook, f. t. fields, book, e. m. schiwetz, illustrated, sketchesArchive Details
Creator
Humble OilDate(s) of Creation
1955Archive Size/Extent
92 pagesPrimary Language
EnglishDimensions
Dimension Description
BookLocation
Location
* Untyped Location
Archive RoomCategory
PermanentCondition
Reason for Exam
ExhibitionOverall Condition
GoodCondition Type
Wear, CreasingDate Examined
Mar 18, 2026Surface
The item is free from rips and tears. The item exhibits general wear from use, creasing, marks, and holes.Materials
PaperCopyright
Restrictions
The use of or access to certain materials may be restricted for legal reasons or due to donor stipulations. Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”. Clearance of any copyrighted material is the responsibility of the person wishing to publish or display said material.Reproductions
Notes
Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”.Create Date
March 19, 2026Update Date
March 20, 2026
