Episode 3 of 4
Incorporation Act
- When
- June 5, 1837
- Where
- Houston
The Republic of Texas granted Houston incorporation on June 5, 1837.
Houston was granted incorporation by the Texas legislature on June 5, 1837. The Republic of Texas granted Houston incorporation on June 5, 1837. The city adopted a ward system of representation shortly afterward, in 1840.
Sources
- History of Houston Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-01
- Houston Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-01
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