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Old 05-20-2008, 11:07 AM
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I am wondering if Houston was really named after Sam Houston? My son is doing an essay over him and he needs to know. Thanks
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I am wondering if Houston was really named after Sam Houston? My son is doing an essay over him and he needs to know. Thanks
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Houston

Try this link,hope this helps you.
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