1. In 1844, the first issue of the "Telegraph and Texas Register" was published in Houston, Texas. This newspaper was significant in Texas history because it was the first to provide coverage of the Texas Revolution and served as an important source of information during the Republic of Texas era.

2. On July 27, 1905, the town of Electra, Texas was founded. This town in Wichita County was named after the daughter of the founder, W.T. Waggoner. Today, Electra is known for its historic downtown area and the annual Founder's Day Celebration.

3. The famous American outlaw, John Wesley Hardin, was killed on July 27, 1895 in El Paso, Texas. Hardin was notorious for his violent behavior and was known to have killed at least 27 people in his lifetime. His death was a significant event in the history of Texas crime.

4. In 1942, the Port of Houston was officially opened. This deepwater port on the Gulf of Mexico is one of the busiest in the world and plays a vital role in the economy of Texas. It is responsible for the shipment of millions of tons of cargo each year.

5. On July 27, 1985, legendary country music singer, Willie Nelson, held his first annual "Farm Aid" concert in Champaign, Illinois. Nelson, who grew up in Abbott, Texas, founded Farm Aid to support family farmers and promote sustainable agriculture. The organization has since raised millions of dollars and has become an important part of the agricultural community in Texas and across the United States.