March 1991 Cover

ON THE COVER: Photograph by Matt Mahurin

March 1991

Table of Contents

Features

In normal times, Fort Hood teems with troops training in tanks and helicopters. But in their absence, the huge base is left with a scattering of soldiers and a uneasy sense of peace.

His unconventional regimen-and his media savvy-have made him the latest of the Texas celebrity heart doctors.

They started off short in the saddle, but now these fifteen Texans stand tall.

A crop of small ready-to-eat food companies in Austin take a fresh look at what’s for dinner.

Amid charges of brutal hazings and racist attitudes, UT’s fraternity row is taking a beating.

Columns

Behind the Lines

Food

In tiny Sabine Pass, two restaurants battle to see which will be the barbecued-crab master of the universe.

Books

The Raven’s Bride sheds new light on the scandal that set Tennessee governor Sam Houston on the road to Texas.

Law

A prisoner’s efforts at legal aid for fellow inmates could right wrongs—but is it good strategy to threaten a judge?

Environment

Texans used to litter like crazy; now the state’s get-tough-on-trash policy is cleaning up their act.

Reporter

Reporter

In the urban-makeover contest, San Antonio’s downtown still draws the biggest crowds.

Reporter

Rice producers hit on a surefire way to forecast turmoil.

Miscellany

Roar of the Crowd

State Wide Business

As LBJ’s heirs go their own way, the family dismantles its business empire.

State Wide Business

Whenever pro sports franchises are up for sale, appraiser Steve Matt is likely to be a major player.

State Wide Business

For a Houston court clerk, having millions in his bank account is not a dream-it’s his job.

State of the Art

Photograph by Anne Noggle

State Secrets

Recipes

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