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Jalapeno pepper jelly originated in Lake Jackson, Texas and was first marketed in 1978. |
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San Antonio, TX was well known in the nineteenth century for the "Chili Queens" who were merchants selling chili con carne from their chili stands at the famous Military Plaza. |
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During the period of July 24-26, 1979, the Tropical Storm Claudette brought 45 inches of rain to an area near Alvin, Texas, contributing to more than $600 million in damages. Claudette produced the United States 24 hour rainfall record of 43 inches. |
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