December 2001
December 2001
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The Shops Around the CornerIn these big-city neighborhoods, at these offbeat stores, you'll find the perfect presents—from lava lamps to vintage kimonos—for everyone on your list. Remember the Christian AlamoEvangelist Lester Roloff drew a line in the dirt to keep the State of Texas from regulating his Rebekah Home for Girls. Years later, then-govenor George W. Bush handed Roloff's disciples a long-sought victory. But this Alamo had no heroes—only victims. |
A Long, Strange TripThe life of Roky Erikson—one of the most influential Texas rock and rollers of all time—has been one calamity after another. His family and friends have taken care of him with the best of intentions, but you know what they say about the road to hell. Tex Education, Part 4Can you keep up with the state's most famous Joneses? Get to the bottom of this burning question—and 21 others—by taking the final installment of my Texas literacy test. Lyndon Johnson on the RecordWorking on his memoir one day in 1969, LBJ spoke more frankly into a tape recorder about the Kennedys, Vietnam, and other subjects than he ever had before. The transcript of that tape has never been published—until now. Michael Beschloss explains its historical significance. |
Columns
PoliticsParty Poopers IIRonald Reagan once commanded, "Thou shalt not speak ill of a fellow Republican." So why has the state GOP declared war on itself over resdistricting? SportsCenteredWhen David Robinson opened a school for poor kids in September, he proved once again that he was San Antonio's most valuable player. TexanaMerry Tex-masBreak out the hog-bladder balloons and get ready to chase livestock! It's time for a look at Texas' Christmas past. |
BooksHorseman, Pass ByForty years after its publication, Horseman, Pass By is still one of Larry McMurtry's finest novels—and as groundbreaking as J. D. Salinger's masterpiece. Great OutdoorsGuad Is GreatForget about the Rocky Mountains. For first-class kayaking, fishing, and bird-watching, head to the Lower Guadalupe after Labor Day, when the drunken armada of tubers retreats to shore and nature returns in full strength. FamilyPlay RiteHow can I prove that Houston has the best children's museum in the state? Let me enter a few exhibits into evidence. |
Reporter
The Filter
Pat's PickThat's AmorePat's PickForever Fruitcake |
Miscellaneous
Web ExtraShopping SpreeWriter-at-large Suzy Banks tells the story behind this month's cover story, "The Shops Around the Corner." AtsboxAnniversaryWeb ExtraTrue BelieversSenior editor Pamela Colloff talks about "faith-based" terminology, the Rebekah Home for Girls, and corporal punishment. AtsboxOn Stage |
AtsboxStraight TalkBooks That CookWith Love, From Cynthia: A Collection of Recipes and RemembrancesWith Love, From Cynthia: A Collection of Recipes and Remembrances AtsboxFine ArtTexas History 101Folks have favored the taste of Dr Pepper for a long time. Texas TidbitsItalians made their way to Texas—and made their mark. Happy TrailsSoak in some South Texas history—without hanging your wallet out to dry—in Victoria and Port Lavaca. RecipeShaved Celery Salad With Beets and Pecorino Romano CheeseIn this recipe, three ingredients—celery, fennel, and beets—that are usually minor parts of a salad take center stage. Plus:That's AmoreRecipeTwelfth Day CakeThis recipe for old-fashioned fruitcake is chock-full of raisins and other natural dried fruits and contains no evil green and red citron. The pecans are a Texas substitution for the original's almonds. Plus:Forever Fruitcake |
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