Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_1342393_42 (first_elected INTEGER, incumbent VARCHAR)
### Question:
What was the total number of votes for Tom Connally
### Answer:
SELECT MIN(first_elected) FROM table_1342393_42 WHERE incumbent = "Tom Connally"