November 7th 1837
One of the most intense hurricanes ever to strike Hawaii brought winds of 115 mph to Hilo. 730 people were missing or killed.
12 Sep 1837, 3 – The Morning Post at Newspapers.com
15 Sep 1837, 2 – The Hull Packet; and East Riding Times at Newspapers.com
“the independence of Texas has been recognised by the United States of America”