On Wednesdays, we wear pink , and read SATXtoday’s daily newsletter. It’s almost Oct. 3 and we’re being fetch by talking about San Antonio history. Let’s jump right in because Janis, we cannot stop this car, we have a curfew.
Oct. 3, 1835 — The Battle of Gonzales
While not technically happening on Oct. 3, the Oct. 2 battle sparked the fire of the Texas Revolution.
Oct. 3, 1860 — Sam Houston’s speech
At least 2,000 people came to the San Pedro Springs Park to hear the governor’s speech, which doubled as a barbecue.
Oct. 3, 1942 — H-E-B opens its first San Antonio store
After seeing success in 1905 in Kerville, the then-small grocer plants its roots in San Antonio at 1802 Main Ave.
Looking for more “Mean Girls” content? Go like Glen Coco to the Majestic Theatre on Friday, Nov. 8 and see the hit Broadway musical based off the film.
