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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 72

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased 
to recognize the citizens of Port Arthur and surrounding 
communities on the joyous occasion of Port Arthur Day in Austin, 
which takes place February 2 through 4, 2003; and

	WHEREAS, This event provides the citizens of 
Southeast Texas an opportunity to celebrate the amenities of 
their community and to take pride in their unique contributions 
to the State of Texas; and

	WHEREAS, Founded in 1895 by Arthur E. Stilwell, a railroad 
promoter, Port Arthur became the second largest oil-refining 
site in the nation after the Spindletop gusher ushered in the 
great Southeast Texas oilfield boom; and

	WHEREAS, Though situated in a famous oil refinery area, 
Port Arthur is also well known for its surrounding beauty; the 
McFaddin Wildlife Refuge, the Texas Point National Wildlife 
Refuge, and birding trails are located south of the city along 
Texas 87; and

	WHEREAS, Snow geese, many species of ducks, and other 
waterfowl populate the enchanting marshes, providing excellent 
hunting; Sabine Lake and the nearby Gulf of Mexico provide for 
excellent freshwater and saltwater fishing, shrimping, and other 
industrial opportunities; and

	WHEREAS, Local citizens and tourists enjoy Sea Rim State 
Park and the Sabine Pass Battleground State Historical Park, 
which marks the site of a Civil War battle in which a small number 
of Confederates forced a large Union fleet to retreat; and

	WHEREAS, Known for its commitment to building a stronger 
economy, Port Arthur is home to Lamar State College-Port Arthur 
and was the first city in Texas to adopt the 12-grade public 
school system; and

	WHEREAS, Southeast Texas residents are hardworking, 
generous, and hospitable, and they have successfully preserved 
the beauty and charm of their area; and

	WHEREAS, The chambers of commerce in Southeast Texas 
have formed a coalition to include Jefferson County, along with 
the chambers in Port Arthur, Beaumont, Groves, Nederland, and 
Port Neches; and

	WHEREAS, This coalition known as the Jefferson County 
Chambers of Commerce Legislative Response Team is hosting a 
Jefferson County Breakfast on February 4, 2003, at the 
Driskill Hotel; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, hereby express appreciation to the citizens 
of Port Arthur and throughout Southeast Texas for their 
contributions to our state and extend best wishes to them for 
successful and rewarding Port Arthur Day events; and, be it 
further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
them as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
                                                                           Janek




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 3, 2003.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate