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Early Texas Governors and Constitutional Evolution
The piece recounts the 19th century Texas leadership transition from Davis to Coke, noting the 1876 constitution and its ongoing amendments. It highlights Coke’s 1876 Senate election, Hubbard’s governorship with prison reforms, and native-Texan governance beginning with Howe in 1890, plus Hubbard’s later roles and death.
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Coke
Texas
United States
Agricultural and Mechanical College
Bryan
Brazos County