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By:  Mabry                                                        H.R. No. 133



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The year 2004 marks the 100th anniversary of the 
Baylor Round Table, an exceptional organization that has enhanced 
the lives of generations of Texas women; and
	WHEREAS, Organized in 1904 by seven wives of Baylor faculty 
members, the group adopted a study club format that reflected a 
tradition of similar clubs of that era as a continuing education 
avenue for women to benefit from intellectual pursuits; members 
researched topics and wrote and presented papers on their findings, 
volunteered with the Red Cross, and helped with wartime efforts; 
and
	WHEREAS, Currently, President Judy Schmeltekopf leads the 
300-woman club, whose membership now includes university faculty, 
staff, and administrators, as well as wives of Baylor employees; 
and
	WHEREAS, Today, the round table's focus has expanded to 
include funding an annual scholarship for an outstanding female 
student and hosting social events such as a Thanksgiving dinner for 
international students and a Christmas luncheon featuring 
serenades by Baylor music students; further, members assist 
individuals new to the faculty as they settle into the close-knit 
Baylor community; and
	WHEREAS, Since 1904, the Baylor Round Table has been a 
dependable source of support, camaraderie, and fellowship for 
countless Texas women, and it is a distinct pleasure to join in 
honoring the group on a significant milestone in its history; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate the members of 
the Baylor Round Table on the joyous occasion of the club's 
centennial and that all those involved be extended sincere best 
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the club as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.