“Greatest Tragedy of the Century” (Part 2): “Martial Law”

On September 12, 1900—four days after the Great Storm of 1900 decimated Galveston (see Part 1)—the headlines in the Fort Worth Register remained horrific: September 12. September 12. September 13. By September 14 there was some light amid the dark … Continue reading “Greatest Tragedy of the Century” (Part 2): “Martial Law”