December 2002
December 2002
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Features
The Secret HistoryDid Richard King cheat his partner's heirs out of a chunk of the King Ranch nearly 120 years ago? He may have—and if the Texas Supreme Court permits Chapman v. King Ranch, Inc., to go to trial, the past could come back to haunt the state's most storied spread. Death Isn't FairMost Texans support capital punishment; no one disputes that. But what would they say if they knew about the law-skirting cops, the overzealous prosecutors, the sleeping defense lawyers, and the rubber-stamping appellate court? They'd say they want to fix the system. You Only Live TwiceWhere does an actress of a certain age restart her life (and jump-start her career) after years at Hollywood's mercy? If you're former Bond Girl Lois Chiles, the answer is obvious: back home in Texas. |
Make Way for DuckTired of talking turkey? ‘Tis the season to feast on a bird that’s all it’s quacked up to be—and other dishes created by five of the state’s hottest chefs. It Came A-Pun a Midnight ClearBefore you start wrapping presents, here's a gift from us to you: a Texas-holiday-themed crossword puzzle. Sharpen your pencil and get a clue. AmenThree decades after his last megamission in Dallas, age and poor health haven't slowed Billy Graham down (well, not much). He's still the most powerful evangelist since Jesus, and there will never be another like him. |
Columns
Cartwright's TexasBrothers in LoreWhat ever happened to twin halfbacks Dickie Don and Rickie Ron Yewbet, the pride of the Corbett Comets? Forty years later, their story is still unbelievable. PoliticsChristmas CaroleWhen it's time for her to give the gift of a revenue estimate, Comptroller Rylander could be naughty or nice. Either way, the Legislature better watch out. |
HealthWrongful Life?A Houston couple says a hospital is responsible for their daughter's severe disabilities. Should Texas' highest court agree, the case will change health care as we know it. ArtA Fine ModnessModernism may yet be proved dead, but if so, it has left an exquisite corpse in Fort Worth's stunning new Modern Art Museum. FamilyHoliday on IceYes, you can really take your kids skating outdoors in Texas—plus other ways to keep them busy (and yourself sane) when school's out. |
Reporter
ReporterGrand IllusionDeep pockets and an uphill climb: S. C. Gwynne says the last days of Tony Sanchez's campaign for governor looked an awful lot like the first. |
A Few Words With. . .Angela Shelf MedearisAn Austin children's book author stands up for herself (and African American girls everywhere). |
The Filter
Pat's PickPat's PickPat's PickBookshelf |
Pat's PickShipping News |
Miscellaneous
RecipeLamb-and-Prune TagineThis sweetly spiced tagine is typical of the Moroccan love of sweet and savory flavors in the same dish. RecipeMasa Tart Hors d'OeuvresRecipeWinter-Fruit Strudel |
Web ExtraBoy on the BusExecutive editor S.C. Gwynne talks about life on the campaign trail with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tony Sanchez. Web ExtraRanch UndressingWriter-at-large Don Graham discusses this month's cover story "The Secret History," and his forthcoming book on the King Ranch, King of Texas. Web ExtraState FairnessSenior Texas Monthly editor Michael Hall tells the story behind his article, "Death Isn't Fair." Web ExtraSnakeyThey may not be songs about Texas, but Tony Joe White wrote Rainy Night in Georgia and Polk Salad Annie while living in Corpus Christi. Currently on tour opening for Joe Cocker, the Louisiana native chats about old times, his new record label, and the Texas musician who first inspired him to play guitar. Web ExtraTanyaShe was a country music sensation at age 13. Now, Tanya Tucker, a native of Seminole, talks about her life and her love of music 30 years later. Books That CookTim Love on the Lonesome Dove TrailTim Love on the Lonesome Dove Trail: Recipes of Urban Western Cuisine. Happy TrailsWhen playing tour guide, there's no place like home. Texas TidbitsKing Ranch stats. Texas History 101The Death Penalty. |
GOP puts its comeback hopes on redistricting--and guess who is leading the way? (Tue Jul 8 at 10:34 AM)
Like That Kid in the Hockey Mask at the End of "Friday the 13th" (Wed Jul 9 at 1:42 AM)
www.heydorkthedamngovernorsmansionisonfire.com (Tue Jul 8 at 9:03 PM)
Madam, I'm Adam (Sun Jun 22 at 4:34 PM)
Eating Vancouver--Part 2 (Tue Jul 8 at 1:13 PM)
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