Category Archives: Legends

San Jacinto Day is the celebration of the Battle of San Jacinto on April 21, 1836. It was the final battle of the Texas Revolution where Texas won its independence from Mexico. It is an official holiday in the State … Continue reading →

To commemorate the 85th anniversary of the groundbreaking of the Lancaster Hotel, which is located in the heart of Houston’s Theater District, the downtown hotel recently published postcards that give a glimpse of the Houston landmark’s earlier days. Over the its … Continue reading →

Imperial Sugar Company holds the number one position in refined sugar in the United States, with a market share of about 33 percent. The company refines raw cane sugar at four facilities in Texas, Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana, and processes … Continue reading →

It was a historic moment when Ezekiel W. Cullen of San Augustine rose in the House of Representatives of the Republic of Texas on January 4, 1839, and addressed the chair: “Mr. Speaker, I rise to present the report of … Continue reading →

Foley Bros.’ history dates from Lincoln’s birthday, Feb. 12, 1900. On that date, Pat. C. Foley and James A. Foley, the two young Irish Americans who had formerly been employed in the Houston store of their uncle, William L. Foley, … Continue reading →

For those of us that lived through it, it’s really hard to believe that it has now been a quarter of a century since Alicia struck the local area as our last major hurricane. After forming just south of Louisiana … Continue reading →

When 74-year-old Dr. Henry North Graves died that summer morning in Dallas, the solution to one of Texas’ enduring mysteries may have died with him. Though no irrefutable evidence has been found, some historians believe that Graves had a hand … Continue reading →