By Staples H.C.R. No. 256 75R14736 JHS-D HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, On September 27, 1997, the citizens of Hearne and 1-2 Robertson County will celebrate the "Crossroads" Sunflower 1-3 Festival, and the members of this chamber are proud to recognize 1-4 this noteworthy event; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Hearne, the "Crossroads of Texas," has long been 1-6 known for its proliferation of sunflowers, and these magnificent 1-7 plants have become a vital part of the community's landscape; and 1-8 WHEREAS, The ecological diversity of this region, which also 1-9 produces cotton, alfalfa, and corn, is well-known throughout Texas, 1-10 and in addition to providing beauty, the sunflower produces edible 1-11 seeds and low-fat oil; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Sunflowers thrive in the sandy soil and mild climate 1-13 of Robertson County, creating an eye-catching spectacle for 1-14 residents and visitors alike; the brilliant orange disks, with 1-15 their bright yellow rays, sway atop the plants' towering stalks, 1-16 rustling in Indian Summer's warm breezes; and 1-17 WHEREAS, This glorious display of color mirrors the positive 1-18 attitude of the citizens of Hearne, and their embracing this 1-19 distinctive flower further emphasizes its importance and relevance 1-20 within this fine community; now, therefore, be it 1-21 RESOLVED, That the 75th Legislature of the State of Texas 1-22 hereby declare Hearne the Sunflower Capital of Texas and commend 1-23 the organizers of the "Crossroads" Sunflower Festival for their 1-24 concerted efforts to promote the festival and encourage the 2-1 planting of sunflowers; and, be it further 2-2 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-3 prepared for the organizers of the festival as an expression of 2-4 high regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.