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                                                                  H.R. No. 112



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The 50th wedding anniversary of two outstanding 
Texans is indeed an occasion worthy of celebration, and this year 
Harry and Frances Burke of McDade commemorated just such a 
memorable event in their marriage; and
	WHEREAS, Native Texans, the Burkes met while attending Elgin 
High School, and they went on to attend The University of Texas at 
Austin together, where he earned a degree in geology and she was 
awarded a degree in physical education; over the ensuing years, 
Mrs. Burke did some modeling and enjoyed a career as a physical 
education teacher for more than 30 years, and Mr. Burke worked in 
the oil industry; in 1964, the couple settled in McDade, where Mr. 
Burke followed in his father's footsteps as a cattle rancher; and
	WHEREAS, Since their retirement, the Burkes have remained 
active in their community as members of the Pine Village Civic 
Association and the First Baptist Church of Spring Branch; in 
addition, they enjoy spending time outdoors and entertaining family 
and friends at their Twelve-O Ranch; and
	WHEREAS, On August 16, 2003, the couple celebrated this 
milestone in their marriage during a reception at their church in 
the company of 200 relatives and friends; and
	WHEREAS, For 50 years, Harry and Frances Burke have enjoyed a 
union built on love, trust, and mutual respect, and it is truly a 
privilege to join in honoring this remarkable couple and to pay 
tribute to their enduring marriage; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Harry and 
Frances Burke on the joyous occasion of their golden wedding 
anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued 
happiness together; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the Burkes as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                           Bohac

                                                  ______________________________
                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 112 was adopted by the House on 
September 22, 2003, by a non-record vote.

                                                  ______________________________
                                                     Chief Clerk of the House