1. In 1832, the first issue of "The Texas Gazette" newspaper was printed in San Felipe, Texas. The paper served as an important source of news and information for Texans during the early years of the Republic.

2. On July 5, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and officially announced the end of slavery in the state. This became known as "Juneteenth," and is still celebrated as a holiday in many African American communities.

3. In 1935, the U.S. government completed the construction of the Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River, which was partially funded by the sale of electricity to Texas. This helped to bring electricity to many rural parts of the state for the first time.

4. On July 5, 1943, the Liberty Ship "Stephen F. Austin" was launched from the Houston Shipbuilding Corporation. It was the first of many warships built in Texas during World War II, and played an important role in the war effort.

5. In 1984, Houston, Texas hosted the Republican National Convention, where President Ronald Reagan was nominated for a second term. The convention was notable for its focus on conservative values and its message of optimism for the future of the country.