About this title: In 1871, the Houston and Texas Central Railroad reached what would soon become Ennis, Texas. A year later, the city was officially established and named for Cornelius Ennis, a Houston and Texas Central Railroad tycoon. It became home to many, including a number of Civil War veterans. Czech immigrants also made Ennis their home, adding their rich cultural heritage to this growing city. In its "Wild West" days, there were as many as 13 saloons in the city, and it became a popular train stop for as many as 10 passenger trains a day. A thriving cotton industry brought thousands to the downtown ...
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Arcadia Pub
Date Published: 2009-02-16
ISBN-13:9780738558592ISBN:0738558591
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Arcadia Pub
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9780738558592ISBN:0738558591
Description: New. In 1871, the Houston and Texas Central Railroad reached what would soon become Ennis, Texas. A year later, the city was officially established and named for Cornelius Ennis, a Houston and Texas Central Railroad tycoon. It became home to many, includi... read more
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