Represented Texas in the Republican National Convention in 1956
John Tower
The most decorated U.S. soldier in World War II.
Audie Murphy
What year was Cleto Rodriguez born?
1923
An American aviator and the first black woman to earn a pilot's license.
Bessie Coleman
What is Ms. C. Hernandez' favorite type of pet?
Dog!
John Tower eventually became the chairmen of the ________, which he developed a reputation for promoting areas of commerce important to Texans.
Armed Services Committee
How many awards and medals did Audie Murphy earn at the end of WWII?
33
What award was Cleto Rodriguez honored with?
the Medal of Honor
Where was Raul A. Gonzalez Jr born?
Welasco TX
What is Ms. C. Hernandez' favorite soda?
Coca Cola
Who was a ragtime composer with tunes like "The Entertainer," "Solace" and "The Maple Leaf Rag".
Scott Joplin
After the war, Audie Murphy appeared in more than __ films.
40
Cleto Rodriguez was the ___ Mexican American ever to ear the Medal of Honor.
fifth
Before Raul A. Gonzalez Jr's term on the Court of Appeals was complete, Gov. Mark White appointed him an associate justice of ___________
the Texas Supreme Court
What is Ms. C. Hernandez' favorite type of chips?
Limon chips
Scott Joplin immersed himself in the emerging musical form known as ___
ragtime
Where was Stanley Marcus born? When?
Dallas, TX. April 20th, 1905
Cleto Rodriguez was One of ____ Texans who earned the Medal of Honor during WWII.
fourteen
A pioneer for women in the field of aviation.
Bessie Coleman
What is Ms. C. Hernandez' favorite type of flower?
Daisy
The first Republican senator elected in Texas since 1870, born in Houston, Texas on September 29, 1925
John Tower
What year did Stanley Marcus become Neiman Marcus' chief executive?
1950
Cleto Rodriguez retired in 1970 as a _______
master sergeant
Who was the first Hispanic member of the court?
Raul A. Gonzalez Jr
What is Ms. C. Hernandez' favorite type of plant?
Cactus