1839 - Diplomatic agent James Treat arrived in Mexico City to negotiate for recognition for the Republic of Texas. The negotiations ended in failure in October 1840 when Mexico rejected the peace propositions by Texas.
1886 - In Houston County, the Colored Farmers' National Alliance and Cooperative Union was formed.
1913 - Mary Martin, musical theater star, was born in Weatherford, Texas. She received Tony Awards for her portrayal of Peter Pan in the televised Broadway hit.
1998 - Greg Dulli (Afghan Whigs) was injured after a performance in Austin, TX. He sustained a fracture to the base of his skull after an altercation with one of the club's security guards.
| There is a freedom you feel the closer you get to Austin. - Willie Nelson |
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