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  Handbook of Texas Online: EASTLAND, TX
Eastland, the county seat of Eastland County, is at the intersection of State highways 6 and 69, northwest of Interstate Highway 80 on the Missouri Pacific Railroad in the central part of the county.
Eastland County experienced a dramatic oil boom from 1917 to 1922, and the city of Eastland grew rapidly, though not as rapidly as other communities in the county, notably Ranger and Desdemona.
Eastland population increased four-fold between 1910 and 1920, reaching 3,368 in 1920, though some estimates claim that there were as many as 10,000 people in the town during the height of the boom in 1919.
www.tsha.utexas.edu /handbook/online/articles/view/EE/hge2.html   (647 words)

  
 Handbook of Texas Online: EASTLAND COUNTY
Eastland County (E-15) is in Central Texas, bordered on the east by Erath County, on the north by Stephens and Palo Pinto counties, on the west by Callahan County, and on the south by Brown and Comanche counties.
Eastland, the county seat, is located on Interstate Highway 20 in the north central part of the county, some ninety-five miles west of Fort Worth and fifty-five miles east of Abilene.
That year the Texas legislature formed Eastland County from land formerly assigned to Bosque, Coryell, and Travis counties; the county was attached to Palo Pinto County for judicial purposes.
www.tsha.utexas.edu /handbook/online/articles/view/EE/hce1.html   (2174 words)

  
 E-Adventure - Sea - The Day The Eastland Sank
The huge mass of passengers, employees of the Western Electric Co., with their wives and children, was crowding onto the vessel as early as 7 AM for the trip to Michigan City, Indiana and a huge picnic in the Indiana Dunes.
After the tragedy, charges were made that the Eastland was not seaworthy, and indictments were returned against members of her crew and officers of the St. Joseph-Chicago Steamship Co., owners of the ship.
The Eastland continued here career when the US Navy raised her, reconditioned her, and changed her to the U.S.S. Wilmette for naval training service on the Great Lakes.
www.e-adventure.net /sea/shipwrecks/eastland.html   (616 words)

  
 Eastland Infrastructure - Eastland Network - Eastland Port - Gisborne Airport
Eastland Infrastructure provides management services to each of the companies within the Eastland group of companies.
Eastland Network provides the electricity distribution to the Gisborne and Wairoa Districts' 54,000 population base.
Eastland Port in the city of Gisborne is one of the largest exporters of logs in the North Island (NZ).
www.eastland.net.nz   (125 words)

  
 U.S. Senate: Art & History Home > Paintings > James Eastland
Eastland’s record for the longest consecutive service as chairman of the Judiciary Committee and his position as president pro tempore led to the decision to honor the former senator.
Eastland was born in 1904 in Mississippi's Sunflower County.
In 1941 Eastland was appointed to fill a vacancy in the Senate created by the death of Democrat Pat Harrison–-on the agreement that he would not run in the special election to be held three months later.
www.senate.gov /artandhistory/art/artifact/Painting_32_00040.htm   (576 words)

  
 Eastland Memorial Society   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The Eastland Memorial Society is dedicated to provide information and support for descendants of Eastland disaster victims and survivors, to promote historical knowledge and remembrance of the disaster, and to plan and facilitate activities and projects which contribute to the commemoration of the disaster.
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 Eastland Mall MNOG official rules
Eastland Mall may substitute an advertised prize with another prize of equal or greater value, with or without notice, if the advertised prize is unavailable to Eastland Mall.
Eastland Mall shall not be responsible for any system failure ("Failure"), including without limitation, acts of God, telephone, network, electronic, computer failures of any kind, or for mail-in entries that are stolen, misdirected, mutilated, incomplete, garbled, delayed by computer transmission, lost, late, damaged, illegible, ineligible, or postage-due.
Eastland Mall reserves the right to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law any individual who attempts to forge any ticket or entry form or attempts to in any way defraud Eastland Mall, its sponsors and/or suppliers.
www.eastland-mall.com /go/officialRules.cfm   (1369 words)

  
 Eastland Memorial Society - POPULAR MECHANICS, October 1915
The "Favorite," a wrecking tug, was anchored at the bow of the "Eastland," while aft, near the stern, a large pontoon carrying a heavy hoisting apparatus was moored.
At this writing the sorrow of the "Eastland" disaster is rapidly fading into history, while the usual investigations by various city, county, and Federal officials are progressing.
The most imaginative novelist could scarcely have had the temerity to weave in fiction what actually took place in the case of the "Eastland", so unusual were the conditions and so startling the effect.
www.inficad.com /~ksup/pm_oct15.html   (1660 words)

  
 Eastland Disaster Historical Society - Probable/Possible Causes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
This caused the Eastland to be very unstable in the water, a result of its short metacentric height.
The Eastland was to be loaded in the Black River in roughly twelve feet of water and would have to cross a bar where the depth of the water was also approximately twelve feet.
For example, when loading passengers from the wharf on the starboard side, the port ballast tanks were partially filled with water to help compensate for the concentration of weight on the starboard side.
www.eastlanddisaster.org /causes.htm   (1210 words)

  
 Texas Cooperative Extension, The Eastland County Office   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The town of Eastland was named in honor of Captain William M. Eastland who participated in the battle of San Jacinto.
Recreation in Eastland County includes visits to Lake Leon, the historic Majestic Theater in Eastland and particular historic sights in each of the towns in the county.
Eastland County's economy is based on a combination of business, industry and agriculture.
eastland-tx.tamu.edu   (199 words)

  
 Eastland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
By 7:28, the Eastland began to roll over, coming to rest on its side in 20 feet of water only 20 feet from the wharf, on the south bank of the Chicago River between Clark and LaSalle Streets.
Many of the passengers on the Eastland were Czech ("Bohemian") immigrants from Cicero, Illinois.
After the Eastland was raised in October 1915, she was sold to the Illinois Naval Reserve and recommissioned as the USS Wilmette stationed at Great Lakes Naval Base.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Eastland   (790 words)

  
 Memorials in Eastland Texas
Eastland's War Memorial is positioned in the center of the Eastland cemetery and honors the fallen heroes of wars throughout the entire history of Texas.
Inspiration Cross, located in the Eastland cemetery, stands tall (30') and can be seen blocks away while approaching the cemetery's main entrance on Valley Street.
Eastland's Postal Memorial in located inside the Post Office on Main Street and is available for viewing 7 days a week.
www.eastlandvisitor.com /memorials.html   (195 words)

  
 Eastland Citizen Police Academy
The Eastland Police Department Citizen Police Academy is a 36 hour block of instruction designed to give the public a working knowledge of the Eastland Police Department personnel and policies.
The Eastland Citizen Police Academy was created in order to provide enough information to the citizens that attend so that they may make informed judgements about the police department and police activity.
If you live or work in Eastland County, are at least 18 years of age, and are interested in applying for admission to the Eastland Police Department Citizen Police Academy, you may pick up an application at the Eastland Police Department at 416 S. Seaman Street between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.
www.eastland.net /city/cpa.htm   (382 words)

  
 Eastland New Zealand : Travel, Tourism and Accommodation for Eastland NZ
Eastland New Zealand : Travel, Tourism and Accommodation for Eastland NZ Eastland New Zealand is located on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island.
The Eastland NZ region incorporates Gisborne, Opotiki, Wairoa and Mahia.
Eastland is a wild and enchanting place full of ancient stories.
www.tourism.net.nz /region/eastland   (126 words)

  
 Eastland Estate
Eastland Village is a confirmation that one can actually live with nature, without having to leave away from the city.
The residents of this Residential Subdivision will be treated to lush tropical landscaping and spectacular amenities for families and individual recreation within the vicinity.
Eastland Village is a reflection of fine taste and modern comforts.
www.eastland-estate.com   (196 words)

  
 Eastland Memorial Society   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
The Eastland passenger list can only be derived through coroner's records, court testimony, public record and oral history.
Passengers on the Eastland were, for the most part, Western Electric factory workers and their families from the Hawthorne Plant in Cicero, Illinois.
Married couples on board the Eastland were generally in their early twenties, with one or two children.
www.eastlandmemorial.org /passengers.shtml   (379 words)

  
 Eastland City Cemetery
The Eastland City Cemetery is more than just the final resting place of loved ones who have gone on before and their memory which is evident by the daily visits of family and friends.
She came to Eastland as a small child and was the first Black to live in Eastland.
The Eastland Mavericks were to be no challenger to the Bulldogs, but COX scored 3 touchdowns, threw for one TD and rushed for 249 yards in an Eastland Maverick win of 25 to 0 over the Ranger Bulldogs.
www.eastland.net /city/cemetery/cemetery.htm   (1201 words)

  
 Eastland, Texas
Established about 1875 as seat of Eastland county, grew primarily as a trade center for surrounding farms and ranches.
According to apparently authentic records and witnesses, a Texas horned frog (a type of lizard) was somehow sealed in the cornerstone of an Eastland courthouse built in 1897.
Seven years and some 12,000 stamps were required to produce the mosaics of historical scenes and famous stamps.
www.lnstar.com /mall/txtrails/eastland.htm   (212 words)

  
 James Eastland
A member of the Democratic Party, Eastland was a member of State house of representatives (1928-32) before being elected to the United States Senate in 1941.
Eastland was strong opponent of African American civil rights and a leading supporter of Jim Crow laws.
In May, 1954, Eastland told the Senate that: "Segregation is desired and supported by the vast majority of the members of both of the races in the South, who dwell side by side under harmonious conditions."
www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk /USAeastland.htm   (762 words)

  
 Eastland Visitor Center and Information
Eastland, Texas, is located in Eastland County on I-20, 100 miles West of Fort Worth/Dallas and 60 miles East of Abilene.
The history of Eastland is unique and fascinating.
Eastland has many attractions, museums, and memorials to visit, as well as recreation, lakes, golf courses, parks, and restaurants to enjoy, too!
www.eastlandvisitor.com /index.html   (209 words)

  
 Eastland Christian School, Orlando Florida
Eastland Christian School is dedicated to training students in a program of study, activity and living that is Christ-centered.
That's why, at Eastland Christian School, you'll find an atmosphere of caring; caring about developing the potential of each student and caring enough to teach skills and instill values that will give young people needed direction for the future.
Eastland Baptist Church is pleased to serve the community through the Christian school ministry.
www.realpagessites.com /eastlandbaptistchurch   (166 words)

  
 About the Eastland Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Eastland Chamber of Commerce is to perform services for existing businesses and enhance the quality of life by promoting and representing the agricultural, civic, commercial and industrial interests of Eastland County.
The Eastland Chamber of Commerce is a service institution as well as an action institution.
In all of the functions The Eastland Chamber of Commerce is serving as a partner to every business and professional in the community.
www.eastlandchamber.com /chamber.html   (178 words)

  
 Eastland County Republican Party
Be it resolved that the Republican Party of Eastland County express our gratitude to him this year as he retires as Eastland County Judge.
All races in Eastland County with the exceptions of Sheriff and Precinct #3 commissioner went Republican.
Eastland County candidates Jim Keffer (Legislator-District 60), Jim Wright (11 Court of Appeals Justice) and Steve Herod (91st District Judge) all won their respective races.
www.bryrus.net /gordons/ecrp.htm   (863 words)

  
 Eastland Community Foundation - Eastland, Texas
Organized in 1992, the Eastland County Museum and Historical Society immediately began to archive period photographs and other memorabilia related to the county and the surrounding area.
The former Eastland National Bank building had gone through various owners and uses during the past 20 plus years before an anonymous donor came forward to fund the purchase and necessary restoration of the building.
These offices, with their original dark woodwork and patterned glass, will be used for permanent displays of history of each community in Eastland County.
www.eastlandfoundation.com /countyMuseum.html   (274 words)

  
 Principles of Economic Development - Eastland Economic Development Corporation of Eastland, TX
In the City of Eastland area, business attraction is carried out by the Eastland Economic Development Corporation, business retention and expansion is the responsibility of the Eastland Chamber of Commerce, by contract with the Eastland Economic Development Corporation.
The Eastland area is in an excellent position to attract qualified primary employers.
In Eastland, this area of economic development is managed by the Eastland Chamber of Commerce.
www.eastlanddevelopment.com /understandingPrinciples.html   (1248 words)

  
 CPL Chicago: 1915, July 24: Eastland Disaster
The S. Eastland, bow view looking westward from the north side of the river.
The formidable fire boat Graeme Stewart is nipped into the hurricane deck of the Eastland.
She was still moored to her dock between LaSalle and Clark Streets on the south bank of the Chicago River.
www.chipublib.org /004chicago/disasters/eastland.html   (276 words)

  
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 Eastland County, TXGenWeb Page
Eastland County is in Central Texas, bordered on the east by Erath County, on the north by Stephens and Palo Pinto counties, on the west by Callahan County, and on the south by Brown and Comanche counties.
The County was named for Capt. William Mosby Eastland, who died in the Texas Revolution.
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