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Old Austin: Downtown Parking Lot in 1952

Written by Ken Altes

Ralph Yarborough was a liberal Texas politician, ran for Texas governor in 1952 and 1954, and served as US senator from 1957 to 1971. Wikipedia says: “He was the only southern senator to vote for all civil rights bills from 1957 to 1970… known as “Smilin’ Ralph” and used the slogan “Let’s put the jam on the lower shelf so the little people can reach it” in his campaigns.”Yarborough for Gov vintage austin cars

Old Texas: Ford Dealership in Taylor, Texas, in 1926

Written by Ken Altes

This vintage picture shows a rare 1903 Ford and a ‘new’ Model T. The Smith Motor Company was located at 406 Talbot Street, in Taylor, Texas. Picture was taken in 1926.old austin texas  Smith Motor Company located at 406 Talbot Street, Taylor., 1926

1936 Austin: Nash Moreno’s Auto Repair Service at 1005 E. 6th St

Written by Ken Altes

Mr. Moreno is fifth from the right.Nash Moreno's Auto Repair Service, 1005 E. 6th Street Austin TX. jpeg