Two rare Texana Books:
Thr XIT Ranch of Texas by J. Evetts Haley - First Edition 1929 - Details the 
history of early Texas and the largest ranch in the world (at that time). 
This ranch was comprised of ten counties in the panhandle of Texas that were 
sold/traded to an Illinios bank to fund construction of the State Capitol 
building in Austin. All pictures and maps intact. The book comes with a 1951 
news clipping when it was auctioned, and a news clipping when the author 
died. I am told there are only 8 copies left of this rare first edition. The 
rest were pulled from the shelves due to a lawsuit in which the author won 
the case. Condition is good/fair. Price is negotiable.
The Battles for Peace - Pat M. Neff - Only Edition 1925 - This book is a 
chronicle of times of The Governor of Texas, Pat M. Neff. It is signed: 
'Compliments of Pat M. Neff' on the fist inside page, in black ink, and this 
appears authentic when compared to his signature on documents from the era. 
It appears that he used a quill to sign. Governor Neff initiated the contest 
for a state song. He also helped begin the Texas Highway Commission, helping 
build State highways. He was also responsible for our Texas parks. He 
proposed that license plates be made in Huntsville. After reading this book, 
it becomes apparent this Governor was highly instrumental in building the 
state of Texas into the great state it is. The book cover is not in the best 
condition, but all pages are intact. Price is negotiable.
As stated, the prices are negotiable, even though they are high. Just a heads 
up for those low bidders, no, $20 is not a resonable offer.
If there is any interest in this early Texana collectible books, please reply 
here or via email at fine409@juno.com
Please forward to other echoes or newsgroups that deal with rare books.
Thanks,
Tom
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