SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 64

WHEREAS, Boaz on the Square in Graham celebrated the 100th anniversary of its opening in November 2021; and

WHEREAS, Boaz on the Square traces its origins back to 1921, when P. A. Boaz, a Lebanese immigrant and entrepreneur, founded the Boaz Department Store; over the years, the business grew to include seven stores across Texas; and

WHEREAS, Three of the original stores remained active after the Great Depression, and Mr. Boaz's grandson, Davey Donnell, eventually took over the business; today, Boaz on the Square sells apparel, footwear, and accessories both in store and online; and

WHEREAS, Local businesses of long standing play a vital role in the culture and economy of the Lone Star State, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor Boaz on the Square for the contributions it has made to the Graham community over the past century; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of Boaz on the Square and extend to all those associated with the enterprise sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for Boaz on the Square as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Springer

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 24, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate