The History of Wichita Falls

Jonnie R. Morgan

Published by The Economy Co., Oklahoma City, 1931

About this Item

Rare 1931 First Edition ? Signed by the Author & Cited in Adams Six-Guns

A foundational cornerstone of North Texas history. This 1931 first printing provides the definitive early account of Wichita Falls, from its frontier origins to its development as a major Texas hub. This copy is uniquely distinguished by a personal inscription and signature from Jonnie Morgan: "Uncle Dick with modest love, Jonnie" on the front free endpaper.

Why This Copy is a Collector?s Essential:

Bibliographic Prestige: Officially cited in Adams Six-Guns (1544), making it a "must-have" for serious collectors of Western Americana and Texas outlaw history.

Richly Illustrated: Contains 144 historic photographs and illustrations documenting early life, local architecture, and pioneer figures in the region.

Authenticity: Published by The Economy Co. in Oklahoma City, this is the true first edition in its original decorative fabricoid binding.

Condition Report:
Binding: Original fabricoid remains sturdy. Showing honest shelf wear to the edges and spine ends consistent with its age.
Note on Condition: The rear board has a corner bend with an old scotch tape repair.
Interior: The pages remain clean, tight, and exceptionally well-preserved.

A significant and increasingly scarce volume for any Texas or Western history collection.

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Seller Inventory # 001361

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The History of Wichita Falls
• Publisher: The Economy Co., Oklahoma City
• Publication Date: 1931
• Binding: Fabricoid
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: Good
• Signed: Signed by Author