By: Bomer H.R. No. 426 73R7015 SAJ-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, Since the founding of the first permanent settlement 1-2 in the city of Jacksonville more than 120 years ago, its citizens 1-3 have exemplified the independent and industrious spirit of Texas; 1-4 and 1-5 WHEREAS, The history of this Cherokee County community dates 1-6 back to the 1870s, when the International-Great Northern Railroad 1-7 was built, linking it to commercial and industrial centers across 1-8 Texas; and 1-9 WHEREAS, While still retaining its agricultural economy, 1-10 Jacksonville now reaps the benefits of broadened economic 1-11 development, boasting important manufacturing, retail, and medical 1-12 sectors; and 1-13 WHEREAS, The community is also noted for its fine schools and 1-14 is home to two excellent institutions of higher education, Lon 1-15 Morris College and Jacksonville College; and 1-16 WHEREAS, Its abundant natural resources draw many outdoor 1-17 sports and recreation enthusiasts, who come to enjoy Lakes 1-18 Jacksonville, Palestine, and Striker and the breathtaking views at 1-19 nearby Love's Lookout Park; and 1-20 WHEREAS, In addition, the area appeals to visiting motorists, 1-21 offering many scenic drives that wind pleasantly through the 1-22 picturesque East Texas countryside; and 1-23 WHEREAS, Rich in culture and tradition, Jacksonville is a 1-24 prosperous, forward-looking community and a full participant in the 2-1 state's dynamic growth, and it gives the Texas House of 2-2 Representatives great pleasure to join with our fellow citizens in 2-3 saluting this fine Texas community; now, therefore, be it 2-4 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 73rd Texas 2-5 Legislature hereby declare March 25, 1993, as Jacksonville Day at 2-6 the State Capitol and extend best wishes to all of its citizens on 2-7 this noteworthy occasion.