SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, Thursday, March 25, 1999, has been selected by the 1-2 citizens of Comanche County as a special day to gather at the State 1-3 Capitol to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Comanche 1-4 County to the heritage of the State of Texas; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Named for Comanche Indians who once ruled the 1-6 Southwest Plains, both the county and town of Comanche were 1-7 established in 1856 near the settlement of Cora; the historic 1-8 courthouse "Old Cora" was restored and moved to Comanche, and it 1-9 has earned the distinction of being one of the oldest original 1-10 existing courthouses in Texas; and 1-11 WHEREAS, Today, "Old Cora" sits on the town square under the 1-12 spreading branches of the legendary Fleming Oak, a beautiful oak 1-13 tree that was saved from destruction by a gun-wielding settler 1-14 named Martin Fleming, who hid behind the tree to escape an Indian 1-15 attack; believing the tree saved his life, he pledged to defend the 1-16 tree from encroaching development; and 1-17 WHEREAS, The determined settler got his wish, and today both 1-18 "Old Cora" and the Fleming Oak stand on the county's Courthouse 1-19 Square alongside a historic well that was discovered and restored 1-20 near the Fleming Oak; and 1-21 WHEREAS, Nestled in the hills of Central Texas, Comanche 1-22 County boasts fertile soil and warm sunny weather that make the 1-23 county a top producer of peanuts, pecans, watermelons, and 1-24 cantaloupes; in addition, the county is a top milk producer; and 2-1 WHEREAS, Comanche County's natural resources also include an 2-2 abundant wildlife population and nearby Lake Proctor, which is used 2-3 for a variety of water sports and is a top draw for fishermen; and 2-4 WHEREAS, Comanche County residents celebrate their colorful 2-5 heritage and spirit throughout the year with festive events such as 2-6 an annual July rodeo, the DeLeon Peach and Melon Festival, and the 2-7 famed Comanche County Pow-Wow; and 2-8 WHEREAS, Comanche County is proud to be the home of the 2-9 Comanche High School Maidens, winners of the 1998 State 3A 2-10 Championship in basketball; and 2-11 WHEREAS, Comanche County is justifiably proud of its history, 2-12 culture, progressive development, and contributions to the heritage 2-13 of the State of Texas; and 2-14 WHEREAS, This special day is an appropriate occasion for the 2-15 Texas Legislature to recognize the citizens of Comanche County and 2-16 to commend them for their notable endeavors and achievements; now, 2-17 therefore, be it 2-18 RESOLVED, That the 76th Legislature of the State of Texas 2-19 hereby declare March 25, 1999, as Comanche County Day at the 2-20 Capitol and join Comanche County residents as they celebrate their 2-21 county's greatness; and, be it further 2-22 RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for the 2-23 citizens of Comanche County as an expression of the recognition and 2-24 appreciation of the Texas Legislature. _______________________________ _______________________________ President of the Senate Speaker of the House I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 53 was adopted by the Senate on March 25, 1999. _______________________________ Secretary of the Senate I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 53 was adopted by the House on March 30, 1999. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House Approved: _______________________________ Date _______________________________ Governor