January 16th in 1850, Senator Thomas Hart Benton of Missouri proposed a bill that would have divided Texas into two separate states and ceded additional land to the United States for a sum of $15 million. This proposed division would have had a major impact on the geographic and political landscape of Texas.
Fast forward to 1983, when the Majestic Theatre in Dallas reopened its doors after being closed for a decade. The revitalization of this historic theater provided a cultural and entertainment hub for the city and its residents.
In 1998, Texas made headlines when it was announced that the state would receive a staggering $15.3 billion in a settlement with the tobacco industry. This settlement was planned to be distributed over a period of 25 years, marking a significant victory in the fight against the harmful effects of smoking.
Going back in time to 1934, an infamous event occurred at the Eastham State Prison Farm in Waldo, TX. Notorious outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow orchestrated the escape of five prisoners, resulting in a chaotic and violent breakout.