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John Matthew (J.M.) Cape II (1924-2013), grandson of early San Marcos settler John Matthew Cape, was born in his family home on the banks of the San Marcos River. He joined the family cotton business, working for 43 years as a cottonseed broker. Cape discusses growing up in San Marcos, his family’s business, the history of cotton in Texas including farms, mills, and gins, the current state of cotton oil production, and some of the changes he’s witnessed in the city and the surrounding areas.

Cover story on Joe Jackson

Colonel Virgal Sansing talks about his experience flying WWII aircraft, the purpose and aircraft holdings of the Confederate Air Force, how he maintains his skill with involvement in the Confederate Air Force, and his opinions on the capabilities of the present-day Air Force.

Cover story on Dale Watson

Meeting minutes from the Texas State University System Board of Regents.