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James Stephen Hogg (March 24, 1851 – March 3, 1906) was an American lawyer and statesman, and the 20th Governor of Texas. He was born near Rusk, Texas. Hogg was a follower of the conservative New South Creed which became popular following the U.S. Civil War, and was also associated with populism.
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James Stephen Hogg, the first native Texan to hold the position of state governor, was a unique personality in Texas political history. His individuality and strength of purpose would lead to wide-ranging reform protecting public interests against those of railroads and other corporations.
May 19, 2016 · 20 min ago. Houston History (115) James "Big Jim" Hogg: The people's governor. First native-born leader developed agency to regulate petroleum market. By Claudia Feldman May 19, 2016. James...
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3 days ago · The governorship of James Stephen Hogg, from 1891 to 1895, has been a benchmark for Texas governors ever since. Hogg was born in 1851 and grew up near Rusk. As a young man, he worked as a typesetter in a newspaper office and later published newspapers in East Texas while studying for a law degree.
Dec 11, 2018 · The Complicated Legacy Of Texas Governor Jim Hogg. Hogg was “the people’s governor,” who pushed for an anti-lynching legislation, but also passed a Jim Crow law that segregated railroad cars.
Mar 24, 2024 · By Tracy Gupton. Former Texas Governor James Stephen Hogg was born on this day 173 years ago. His connection to West Columbia did not occur until after he left the Governor’s Mansion in Austin when he purchased the former Martin Varner-Columbus Patton plantation in 1901. “Big Jim” Hogg was often referred to as “the people’s governor ...
May 2, 2014 · March 24, 1851–March 3, 1906. The governorship of James Stephen Hogg, from 1891 to 1895, has been a benchmark for Texas governors ever since. Hogg was born in 1851 and grew up near Rusk. As a...
