After looking at some more notes (none specifie), I wonder if Randolph's impressions apply to the Old Joe Clark parties on which you are searching for information. An informal dancing get-together, when a caller is not available, or geared to accomodate dancers unfamiliar with the rigors of pure figure dancing.

A suggestion- write to the dance societies and/or editors of Texas newspapers. Perhaps these:

NORTEX- North Texas Square and Round Dance Assn., email president@nortex.org. Ask to be put in touch with an old timer. The www.nortex.org website has many links.

Lufkin Daily News, Editor- aadams@coxnews.com
Marshall News-Messenger, Editor- platham@coxnews.com

These are in the eastern half, but you can easily find others through Google.