Francis Richard Lubbock was a businessman, slaveholder, and politician from the American South who played a significant role in Texas history. A South Carolina native, he was a key player in Texas politics, serving as the 6th lieutenant governor of Texas and later the 9th governor of Texas during the Civil War. As Governor, Lubbock was a fervent supporter of the Confederacy and instrumental in Texas' secession from the Union. After the war, he continued in public service as the Texas State Treasurer. He was the brother of Thomas Saltus Lubbock, for whom both Lubbock County and the city of Lubbock are named.
Francis Lubbock, American colonel and politician, 9th governor of Texas (born 1815)
On June 22, in the year 1905, Francis Lubbock, American colonel and politician, 9th governor of Texas (born 1815). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of June 22, a notable event in this corner of history.
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- This event took place on June 22, 1905 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 28 May 2026.
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