Monthly Archives: April 2021

April 18 – National Columnists Day

Today April 18 is National Columnists Day. Dallas Morning News columnist Dave Lieber picked the date. On that day in 1945, the “finest columnist of the 20th century” was killed in battle. Lieber celebrated the day and the man in … Continue reading

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Ebenezer Allen and Texas Annexation

I am pleased to announce that the Texas History Blog has published my post on Ebenezer Allen’s role in Texas’ annexation to the United States. The post explains Allen’s work as Secretary of State ad interim in Anson Jones’ cabinet. … Continue reading

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Ebenezer Allen Day – April 8, 2021

Today, April 8, 2021, the City of Allen Texas celebrates the 217th birthday of its namesake Ebenezer Allen. Continue reading

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