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Vol 8, No 247

September 4, 1933

Monday Evening

Hurricane Hits near Brownville

Born This Date
Singer, Beyonce Knowles born in Houston
HOUSTON   (1981)    On this date in 1981, singer and actress Beyonce Giselle Knowles was born in Houston. She attended the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Houston, before teaming up with several of her close friends, LaTavia Roberson and Kelly Rowland along with LeToya Luckett to form a group later named Destiny's Child. The group (later a trio), had many smash hits, In 2003, Beyonce released her first solo album "Dangerously In Love" which became an immediate hit. Beyonce has appeared in several movies including "The Pink Panther" with Steve Martin.   

Rio Grande Hurricane
BROWNSVILLE (1933)  On this date in 1933, a hurricane hits land just north of Brownsville, killing 40, injuring over 500 and destroying 90 percent of the Rio Grande Valley's citrus crop.

Political Desk
The Mexican Advocate begins publication
SAN ANTONIO   (1829)    On or around Sept 4, 1829, The Mexican Advocate began publication in Nacogdoches, aimed at progressive Settlers to Texas.