Attractions
Dying a Hero’s Death – Lieut. Alfred Holt “Pat” Carrigan, Jr. – Wichita Falls, Texas
By Jessica Crabtree
One hundred years ago this year, World War I came to an end, a war that had began July 28, 1914, and raged on until Nov. 11, 1918. It lasted a staggering total of 1,567 days, a war that was initiated by the death of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Austria/Hungary by a 19-year-old Slav Nationalist. Thereafter, the blame was placed on Serbia, who was given an ultimatum they rejected. Austria/Hungary declared war and forces encroached within hours. Europe went to war with two divided rival alliances. The sides chosen were Britain, France and Russia against Germany, Austria/Hungary and Italy.
A long, brutal, bloody battle played out well before the United States ever entered the war. Upon its uproar, President Woodrow Wilson wanted no part in Europe’s war, declaring neutrality. Keeping their stance, it wasn’t until May 7, 1915, when a British passenger ship, the Lusitania, sailing from New York to Liverpool was intersected and sunk by a German U-Boat, a submarine, off the coast of Ireland that killed 128 Americans aboard, did America become outraged. As a tactic used during the war, Britain held vigil on the North Sea, not allowing any foreign contraband to pass, including food for Germany. In retaliation of that, Germany introduced the U-boat, submarine attacks.
After another carrier vessel was sunk, killing three more Americans, Germany ceased attacks on passenger ships in an attempt to not provoke and incorporate the United States. What was meant to be a short and glorious battle by 1916 had become industrial warfare of horrendous proportions, with death tolls of the French, British, Russians, Germans and more, reaching into the millions.
To read more pick up a copy of the September 2018 NTFR issue. To subscribe call 940-872-5922.
It’s already March and the smell of springtime parties and special events is in the air.
Everybody knows in order to have a great party, you’ve got to have the right music.
Well, that’s where my friend Katie Dieter comes to the rescue.
Katie, aka DJ KD “The Spinner,” has been spinning the right mix for parties and special events throughout North Texas for years now. Her passion for music helps to make your special event one your friends will never forget. Whether you’re planning a wedding, banquet, school event or just a backyard get-together with friends, DJ KD “The Spinner” is the right call for you.
To read more, pick up a copy of the March issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
Seems lately these days Texas is becoming the envy of musicians from around the world.
With the overwhelming response to “Yellowstone,” the television series, Texas once again finds itself under the microscope of the world, much like the late 1980’s TV series know to all around the globe as “Dallas.”
With that said, the musician population in Texas is beginning to grow as many aspiring performers turn their sights on Texas instead of Nashville. Meet my newly-found friend and fellow musician Grace Partridge. This youthful 19 year old has recently made Texas her new home. She began fiddling at age four in Rigby, Idaho. Grace worked her way through the National Fiddle championships in Weiser, Idaho, becoming a five-time national champion. She’s even played on the Grand Ole Opry. Still yet, her desire to become a true Texas Fiddler has brought her to the Lone Star State. I’m pretty sure we can thank Bob Wills for that.
To read more, pick up a copy of the January 2024 issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
On Nov. 4, 2023, the Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra will present an evening of Texas Cowboy, Country and Western Swing with yours truly, Dave Alexander and the fabulous Quebe Sisters.
Enjoy the music of Bob Wills, Willie Nelson, Gene Autry and many more of your Texas Music favorites performed with a full symphony orchestra. We also will feature music from my latest CD, “From The Saddle To Symphony Hall,” along with some of my own compositions. It is guaranteed to be a night to remember.
To read more, pick up a copy of the October issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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