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Beyond the Tombstone

Beyond the Tombstone

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Welcome to Beyond the Tombstone, a podcast from the Calhoun County Historical Commission. This podcast serves as a companion to the weekly Tombstone Tuesday article published on the Calhoun County Historical Commission Facebook page and available on the digital edition of The Port Lavaca Wave. Each episode we will highlight a notable resident of Calhoun County, Texas with the goal of bringing history to live.

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Episodes
  • Thomas Henry "Captain Harry" Rahtgens (1852-1923)

    Thomas Henry "Captain Harry" Rahtgens (1852-1923)
    Jun 24 2026

    A sea captain who weathered two hurricanes and saved lives in the process.
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    23 mins
  • Adam Murdock (1829-1869)

    Adam Murdock (1829-1869)
    Jun 10 2026

    Adam Murdock was a business owner, civil servant, and veteran of the Civil War whose life ended in the middle of a scandal.
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    22 mins
  • Reverend Robert Jope (1823-1875)

    Reverend Robert Jope (1823-1875)
    May 27 2026

    Reverend Robert Jope helped build the Episcopal Church in Indianola and gave his life to protect it.
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    19 mins
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