By Ramsay H.C.R. No. 107 75R5985 JTR-D HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, On March 5, 1997, many proud residents of Mount 1-2 Vernon and Franklin County will be in Austin to celebrate Mount 1-3 Vernon/Franklin County Day at the State Capitol, and this occasion 1-4 offers a splendid opportunity to recognize the many noteworthy 1-5 attributes of this area; and 1-6 WHEREAS, The fourth-smallest county in Texas, Franklin County 1-7 is nestled among gently rolling wooded hills, and the streams and 1-8 lakes that set off the area's picturesque beauty are also popular 1-9 recreational areas, attracting swimmers, boaters, and fishermen 1-10 throughout the year; and 1-11 WHEREAS, The early history of the region reflects the 1-12 struggles that brought forth the State of Texas, and the Cherokee 1-13 Trace that runs along the county's eastern border stands as a 1-14 reminder of the many Native American tribes that were the area's 1-15 original inhabitants; part of the legendary Cherokee Trail of 1-16 Tears, this path was also traveled by Texas forefathers Sam Houston 1-17 and Davy Crockett; and 1-18 WHEREAS, Consistently ranked as one of the state's top 10 1-19 producers of dairy and poultry products, Franklin County has from 1-20 the beginning been an abundant source of agricultural bounty, and 1-21 hay, blueberries, and peaches are among the area's principal crops; 1-22 more recently, petroleum processing and light manufacturing have 1-23 become mainstays of the local economy; and 1-24 WHEREAS, The county's colorful past is winningly embodied in 2-1 the county seat, Mount Vernon; the town's lovely central plaza and 2-2 striking courthouse clock tower lend charm and distinction to the 2-3 downtown area, while visitors can learn more about the region at 2-4 the Franklin County Museum and Franklin County School Heritage 2-5 Center; and 2-6 WHEREAS, Franklin County and Mount Vernon are among the Lone 2-7 Star State's most remarkable assets, and the area's residents can 2-8 take justifiable satisfaction in their proud history even as they 2-9 look forward to the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow; now, 2-10 therefore, be it 2-11 RESOLVED, That the 75th Legislature of the State of Texas 2-12 hereby designate March 5, 1997, as Mount Vernon/Franklin County Day 2-13 at the State Capitol and extend to the county's delegation a warm 2-14 welcome and best wishes for continued success and happiness in the 2-15 future.