1-1                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 874
 1-2           WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas proudly recognizes
 1-3     Lillie Kimble on the grand occasion of her 107th birthday; and
 1-4           WHEREAS, Born in Caldwell, Texas, on June 3, Lillie has served
 1-5     her community well; in earlier years, she acted as midwife to
 1-6     countless of Brownwood's expecting mothers; this venerable lady
 1-7     became the town's trusted counselor and advisor on family issues;
 1-8     and
 1-9           WHEREAS, Mrs. Kimble is a dedicated Christian, and one of
1-10     her greatest joys is being recognized as the Mother of her beloved
1-11     Little Zion Church; she attributes her many years of health to God
1-12     and her doctor; and
1-13           WHEREAS, Mrs. Kimble has lived in the same house in
1-14     Brownwood for more than 40 years; several years ago, the town
1-15     changed her street address from Morgan Street to Kimble Street
1-16     in Lillie's honor; and
1-17           WHEREAS, Lillie Kimble has lived life well; she has earned
1-18     the love and admiration of her family and community; now,
1-19     therefore, be it
1-20           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
1-21     76th Legislature, hereby recognize its centenarian, Lillie Kimble,
1-22     on her 107th birthday; and, be it further
1-23           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
1-24     Mrs. Kimble as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
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 2-3                                          President of the Senate
 2-4                                       I hereby certify that the above
 2-5                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate
 2-6                                  on May 6, 1999.
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 2-8                                          Secretary of the Senate
 2-9                                  ______________________________________
2-10                                           Member, Texas Senate