Party Time – Kitty Leroy, Cardsharp
In addition to being a much sought-after dancer, beauty and weapons expert, Kitty Leroy was an infamous faro dealer and player. Faro was [...]
Party time – Kitty Leroy
With New Year's revelry upon us, it seemed fitting to focus on a woman who liked a good party. For your consideration, I [...]
Parking madness – the shopping edition GalleryParking madness – the shopping edition
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Parking madness – the shopping edition
Christmas shopping circa 1906? Nope. This is a photo of trade days in 1906 on Garland's square. Trade days normally occurred on a [...]
Gift Certificates! GalleryGift Certificates!
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Gift Certificates!
GIFT CERTIFICATE AVAILABILITY Are you stuck on what to buy for your in-laws? Saddled with a co-worker you don't know in the Secret [...]
New Tours
We have new tours that we are offering. The tours are one hour around the square in Garland. Garland has quite a number [...]
Rebel Yell – Priest Holes!
More off-topic stuff! Priest holes. Our last post related to Miramont Castle in Minatou Springs, Colorado. This 40 room estate was built by [...]
Raising money like an OG
Raising money, old school style. Right about now, you are probably getting hit up to buy wrapping paper, frozen cookie dough, wreaths, caramel [...]
New Topic for Tours! GalleryNew Topic for Tours!
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New Topic for Tours!
I had SO much fun on the tours Saturday. A great big thank you to everyone who showed up and listened to the [...]
Lyric Electric Theatre
This is now an empty, glass-fronted furniture (?) store on the north side of Garland's square. However, it used to be one of [...]
Garland Hotel History
Feast your eyes upon the Garland Hotel which stood at the north east corner of the square (a few doors to the right [...]