Texas' Historical Milestones On This Day June 10th

On June 10th, 2023, there were several historical events that occurred in Texas.

One of the most notable events that occurred on this day was the birth of Willie Lewis. Born in Cleburne, Texas in 1905, he would go on to become a famous jazz clarinetist. Lewis was the first black musician to lead an expatriate jazz band in Europe. His music was greatly received in France, and he became quite popular. It is widely believed that Lewis helped to pave the way for other black jazz musicians to find success overseas.

Another event that occurred on this day in Texas history was a car accident involving Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. The famous outlaws were driving on a rural road in north Texas in 1933 when the accident occurred. Bonnie suffered third-degree burns in the accident which resulted in a pronounced limp that she would have to deal with for the rest of her life.

In 1940, the first annual meeting of the Lone Star Boys' State program was held at the University of Texas at Austin. This program provides high school juniors with a week-long hands-on experience in government and politics. The program has helped to inspire many young people to pursue careers in this field.

Texas has yet to learn submission to any oppression, come from what source it may. - Sam Houston