H.R. No. 610



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Dinner Bell restaurant in Van is a beloved 
dining  establishment, and its owner, Debbie Stone, is a true friend 
to the community; and
	WHEREAS, Ms. Stone has operated the popular Van eatery for 27 
years, and she also has worked to better the lives of people in her 
community, especially children; and
	WHEREAS, As a special holiday treat, Ms. Stone invites local 
school children to have hot chocolate and cookies, and she 
decorates her restaurant with new and elaborate Christmas 
decorations each year; and
	WHEREAS, The Van Economic Development Board has presented Ms. 
Stone with a plaque commemorating her service to the community, a 
most deserving honor for this esteemed lady who has delighted 
residents and travelers from around the globe; and
	WHEREAS, Ms. Stone and the Dinner Bell are a source of great 
pride for the citizens of Van, and it is a pleasure to pay tribute to 
this esteemed lady for her commitment and hard work; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby honor Debbie Stone and her Dinner Bell 
restaurant and extend to her sincere best wishes for future success 
and happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for prominent display at the Dinner Bell restaurant as an 
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                           Flynn

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 610 was adopted by the House on March 
28, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House