Category Archives: Historical tidbits

Storm Season

Posted on May 4, 2020 by admin

It’s that time of the year again. And we have been remarkably lucky to have had no bad weather this spring. Yes, we’ve had some rain, a little wind, but nothing like we had last year. As I sit at … Continue reading →

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Old Sam Houston, Hero of Texas

Posted on April 25, 2020 by admin

            Last Thursday, April 21, 2020, was San Jacinto Day here in Texas.  For 184 years Texans have honored one of the great heroes of the Republic of Texas and a true symbol of both the Republic and the State.  … Continue reading →

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Titanic Tragedy

Posted on April 18, 2020 by admin

To paraphrase Charles Dickens’s beginning of A Tale of Two Cities, 1912 was also the best of times and the worst of times. One of the most tragic events occurred around midnight on April 12 when the new, luxury ocean … Continue reading →

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Easter Cold Snap

Posted on April 14, 2020 by admin

As I sit writing this, I look out my window and see more rain pouring down. Fortunately, this is just a shower, the big rains are supposed to be here over the weekend. Not only is it raining, but a … Continue reading →

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Census 2020

Posted on April 4, 2020 by admin

Friends, did you complete your Census for 2020 and return it as you were directed? Something tells me this (2020) census will not be as accurate as others have been. Americans are distracted by the horrible pandemic we face. But … Continue reading →

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Shortest Skyscraper in Texas

Posted on March 28, 2020 by admin

On a cold day near Beaumont, two wildcatters drilled a hole in the ground. The men were hunting for oil, commonly known as Black Gold. That January day in 1901 they certainly found their goal. Oil spewed from the platform. … Continue reading →

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When People Were Quarantined

Posted on March 23, 2020 by admin

With all the foul weather our nation has suffered recently and the near influenza epidemic here in Texas it’s time to look at a 19th century method to control infectious diseases and prevent a pandemic. At such times when medical … Continue reading →

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Outstanding Beef Cattle

Posted on March 14, 2020 by admin

I enjoyed a delicious steak the other night, courtesy of some rancher who raises Wagyu cattle here in Texas. Without a doubt it was superior, but the price does not allow it to be daily or even monthly fare on … Continue reading →

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Lion or Lamb

Posted on March 7, 2020 by admin

This year March roared in like an angry lion. Gray clouds and roaring winds caused some power outages. But it set the stage for a wonderful spring when the weather will be like a lamb before the end of the … Continue reading →

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The Fall of the Alamo

Posted on February 29, 2020 by admin

March 6 is a special day in the history of Texas. It marks the fall of the Alamo in San Antonio. For generations Texans have solemnly marked the crucial step in Texas History. Published by Texas State Historical Association, The … Continue reading →

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