R E S O L U T I O N

 1-1           WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is proud to

 1-2     recognize Harriet O'Banion Kelley on her induction into the San

 1-3     Antonio Women's Hall of Fame; and

 1-4           WHEREAS, Mrs. Kelley was honored for her contributions to the

 1-5     arts, for, together with her husband, she has created one of the

 1-6     nation's most outstanding collections of African-American artwork;

 1-7     the couple have allowed their holdings to be displayed across the

 1-8     country, and their generosity has given others abundant

 1-9     opportunities to enjoy this unique exhibit; and

1-10           WHEREAS, Mrs. Kelley's noteworthy achievements have brought

1-11     her well-deserved acclaim, for she was named one of the top 100 art

1-12     collectors in the United States by Art and Antiques magazine and

1-13     was recently asked to assist in the selection of African-American

1-14     artwork for the White House; and

1-15           WHEREAS, Harriet Kelley has enhanced the quality of life in

1-16     our state and nation in myriad ways, and it gives the members of

1-17     this chamber distinct pleasure to recognize her on the occasion of

1-18     her most recent honor; now, therefore, be it

1-19           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas

1-20     Legislature hereby commend Harriet O'Banion Kelley for her vast

1-21     contributions to the art world and extend to her heartfelt

1-22     congratulations on her induction into the San Antonio Women's Hall

1-23     of Fame; and, be it further

1-24           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be

 2-1     prepared for Mrs. Kelley as an expression of high regard by the

 2-2     Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                   McClendon

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                                                   Speaker of the House

               I certify that H.R. No. 767 was adopted by the House on May

         16, 1997, by a non-record vote.

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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House