H.R. No. 180



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, On July 13, 2003, men and women from across the Lone 
Star State gathered in Lubbock to pay tribute to the ideals and 
goals of the American Legion, Sons of the Legion, and American 
Legion Auxiliary for the Department of Texas; those in attendance 
also recognized two outstanding representatives of Post 75 in 
Mineral Wells, Bob Walls and Lynda Horton-Turk, by electing them to 
the highest offices in the state, department commander of the 
American Legion and department president of the American Legion 
Auxiliary; and
	WHEREAS, This is a fitting honor for two Texans who have given 
so generously of their time, energy, and resources to further the 
aims of the American Legion and its affiliated organizations; Mr. 
Walls and Ms. Horton-Turk champion the cherished principles of 
freedom and democracy that serve as the bedrock of this nation's 
constitutional form of government, and over the years they have 
worked tirelessly to provide assistance to veterans and their 
families; and
	WHEREAS, Demonstrating faith, loyalty, and dedication in 
every facet of their lives, these exemplary individuals are an 
inspiration to all those who have the privilege of knowing them; in 
their honor, American Legion Post 75 of Mineral Wells has declared 
July 28, 2003, to be "Department Commander Bob Walls and Department 
President Lynda Horton-Turk Day," and the citizens of Texas are 
proud to join with the residents of Mineral Wells in saluting these 
patriotic Americans for the countless contributions they have made 
in the service of their community, state, and nation; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Bob Walls and Lynda 
Horton-Turk on their election to the top offices of the American 
Legion and American Legion Auxiliary for the Department of Texas 
and extend to them best wishes for continued success and happiness; 
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That official copies of this resolution be prepared 
for Mr. Walls and Ms. Horton-Turk as an expression of high regard by 
the Texas House of Representatives.

                                                              Keffer of Eastland

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 180 was adopted by the House on July 
28, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House