Cole Strehlow

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1871, Texas Governor Edmund Davis imposed Martial Law in Walker County—following rampant lawlessness during the reconstruction period. (See the Full Story) … Continue reading Tuesday, February 20, 2024

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2024 Happy Presidents Day! On this day in 1846, the American flag was raised over the Texas capital—initiating the first state legislature after Texas joined the United … Continue reading Monday, February 19th, 2024

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2024 Mornin’ y’all! On this day in 1899, the small town of Tulia experienced the coldest temperature in state history at -23° Fahrenheit. This was part of … Continue reading Monday, February 12, 2024

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1836, William Harrison and his company of Mounted Tennessee Volunteers, including Davy Crockett, arrived at San Antonio de Béxar to help … Continue reading Friday, February 9, 2024

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1910, a Brewster County grand jury revealed the Progress City swindle, in which the Progress City Town Site Company sold lots … Continue reading Thursday, February 8, 2024

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1853, the town of Seguin became officially incorporated by the state. Originally named Walnut Springs in the 1830s, the founders chose to … Continue reading Wednesday, February 7, 2024

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1879, the first Czech newspaper was published in Texas. For just over ten years, The Texan reflected the unique influence of Czech … Continue reading Tuesday, February 6, 2024

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1955, renowned herpetologist Martin Crimmins died in San Antonio. He’s best known for his snakebite treatments: after innoculating himself with serum … Continue reading Monday, February 5, 2024

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1874, the Ursuline Academy opened its doors for young women of all denominations—regardless of race or nationality. It’s the oldest Catholic … Continue reading Friday, February 2, 2024

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1882, the first ground was broken for the new state Capitol in Austin. In order to finance the project, three million … Continue reading Thursday, February 1, 2024