Why was a Texas Surgeon known for killing and incapacitating hundreds of patients allowed to practice for so long? Resources: Dr. Evil – Texas Monthly Rogue Surgeon: The Tale of ‘Eric the Red’ (texasobserver.org) Oft-sued orthopedic surgeon arrested in Colorado (chron.com) Patients Bleed, Practice Thrives – Hartford Courant Eric Scheffey arrested in Colorado – Off…
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The Fanged Toddler of Old Persall Road
Is this story of a murderous baby more than just a creepy pasta? Resources:
The Only “Clothing Optional” Park in Texas
Just outside of Austin you can find the only clothing optional park in Texas, Hippie Hollow. Resources: https://do512.com/p/hippie-hollow https://do512.com/p/weirdest-things-in-austin https://parks.traviscountytx.gov/parks/hippie-hollow Golden-cheeked Warbler and the Black-capped Vireo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hippie_Hollow_Park
The Mermaid Capital of Texas
In 2021, the Texas Legislature may consider this town for the official title of Mermaid Capital of Texas, but what is it about San Marcos that makes it historically perfect for the title? Resources: https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/san-antonio/news/2021/01/27/san-marcos–mermaid-capital–designation-could-be-voted-on-in-march-#:~:text=SAN%20MARCOS%2C%20Texas%20%E2%80%93%20It%20was,already%20the%20unofficial%20mermaid%20capital. https://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/texas/article/The-mermaid-city-of-Texas-San-Marcos-15900255.php https://www.universitystar.com/life_and_arts/a-symbol-of-the-people-san-marcos-to-be-named-mermaid-capital-of-texas/article_6953a4aa-5f93-11eb-9b16-8f54c334a5da.html https://www.mermaidsocietysmtx.com/ https://www.mermaidsocietysmtx.com/mermaid-statues
Joe Ball, The Alligator Man
Joe Ball was a serial killer. He may or may not have fed victims to his alligators. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Ball https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/two-barmaids-five-alligators-and-the-butcher-of-elmendorf/ https://murderpedia.org/male.B/b/ball-joseph.htm
Ding Dong, Texas
In Central Texas, the name of Ding Dong, Texas really stands out, even if the town itself doesn’t. Resources: https://texashillcountry.com/ding-dong-texas-humor/ http://www.texasescapes.com/CentralTexasTownsNorth/DingDongTexas/DingDongTexas.htm
The Popeye Statue of Crystal City
Just under two hours Southwest from San Antonio sits a statue devoted to a beloved cartoon character that may have had something to do with keeping Crystal City alive during The Great Depression. The statue can be found at 400 W Zavala St, Crystal City, TX 78839. Resources: http://www.texasescapes.com/They-Shoe-Horses-Dont-They/Popeye-Sailors-in-Limestone.htm https://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2658 https://texashillcountry.com/popeye-sailor-crystal-city-texas/ http://cityofcc.org/
Fred, the Ghost of Austin’s Buffalo Billiards
If you’re looking for a beer in a former boarding house, maybe a quick game of pool, Austin’s Buffalo Billiards is your place. Still, this 6th st location is also known for a ghostly resident nick-named Fred. Resources: https://buffalobilliardsaustin.com/ https://nightlyspirits.com/ghosts-of-austin-texas-buffalo-billiards/ https://austin.curbed.com/maps/austin-haunted-places-to-go-map
The Cowgirl of the Typewriter
Frances Kavanaugh made a name for herself writing Westerns in the 1940’s. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frances_Kavanaugh https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-frances-kavanaugh4-2009feb04-story.html http://www.cowgirl.net/portfolios/frances-kavanaugh/
Texas: Slang for Crazy 