Texas Tales of Independence and Annexation Delays
The piece recalls Texas independence in 1836 and Jackson naming a charge d affaires on March 3 1837, with reports of calm governance and broad support for annexation. It notes the electorate favored joining the United States, a path seen as settled, though actual union would wait eight more years.
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Texas
Washington-on-the-Brazos
Andrew Jackson
Republic of
Republic
U.S
Fense
Texas Independence and Texan Heroes Recall Past Conflicts
A late dispatch from Texas describes a quiet republic and a growing frontier keeping peace after independence. It notes fortifications from Trinity to San Antonio, mounted rangers, and steady emigration amid ongoing frontier dangers. It also recalls Ellen J. Main’s letter honoring her son, Lieutenant Main, who fought at the Alamo and died with Texas defenders.
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Texas
New Orleans
Government of the
New Republic
Trinity
San Antonio
Mexico
Albany
Sam Houston
The
Republic
Ellen J. Main
Virginia
Houston
Main
Family Nights Begin At Gloff Ford Lot Party In Clifton
Gloff Ford-Mercury in Clifton launches monthly Family Nights starting April 17 dubbed the Lot Party. Vehicles will be moved across the street for a Cruise-In with car clubs from three counties. The 50s themed evening features Clifton High School Jazz Band under Keith Zuelke, an outdoor ICE AGE film at 8 p.m. free with popcorn and sodas, and a reminder to bring lawn chairs. Duke can provide details at 675-8639.
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Gloff Ford-Mercury
Clifton
Gloff Ford
Clifton High School
Keith Zuelke
Duke
Rotary Scholarship Golf Tourney Set for May 8 at Bosque Valley
The 25th annual Jack Russell Rotary Scholarship Golf Tournament, chaired by Robert Phillips, launches Saturday at Bosque Valley Country Club near Meridian. Forty teams compete for $400, $300 and $200 prizes, plus a car or pickup for a front nine hole in one. Proceeds fund Bosque County high school senior scholarships. entry is $75 per player with two mulligans, five raffle tickets, lunch, treats, beverages, and a ***** silent auction and pro line irons raffle for attendees.
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Jack Russell
Bosque Valley Country Club
Meridian
Robert Phillips
Ford Motor Company
Clifton
Bosque County
Recipi
Ents
Rotary Club
Groff Ford/Mercury
Bosque Valley Golf Club
Robert Phil
Safe Landings Memoir Shares Aviator Wife’s Enduring Marriage
Fran McGraw of Whitney releases Safe Landings telling the true story of a 50 year marriage amid Vietnam War separations and world-wide moves. She portrays faith and commitment as the foundation for a loving family and a lasting partnership. Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises. Frances Ogden McGraw lives in Whitney and has worked for the FAA and U.S. Army and Air Force administrations.
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Fran McGraw
Whitney
McGraw
Tate Publishing and Enterprises
Frances Ogden McGraw
Federal Aviation Administration
U.S. Department of the Army
U.S. Department of the Air Force
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