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H.R. No. 308
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Oralia "Lala" Espinoza Cantu has a long history of
meritorious service to the Freer community, to Duval County, and to
the State of Texas, and it is a pleasure to honor her at this time;
and
WHEREAS, A native of Duval County, Mrs. Cantu grew up in Buena
Vista and attended school in San Diego; born into poverty, she
struggled early in life but committed herself to providing a
brighter future for her children and her community; and
WHEREAS, This determined Texan has served in a host of
capacities over the years, including stints on the city council, as
mayor pro tem, and as president of the Freer Water District board;
moreover, she played an integral role in organizing the Freer
Chamber of Commerce, incorporating the City of Freer, forming the
Freer school district, and bringing HALO-Flight medical transport
to the area; and
WHEREAS, In addition to her many notable civic endeavors,
Mrs. Cantu has lent her time and talents to 4-H, the PTA, the Duval
Historical Association, and Girl Scouts of America; other
organizations to benefit from her sound judgment and energetic
efforts include the Freer Ladies Cattleman Association, the Freer
Fair Association, and the Duval Friends of the Library, which she
has served as vice chair; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Cantu was elected to the Texas Silver Haired
Legislature in 1999, and was later appointed to the National Silver
Haired Congress in Washington, D.C.; while serving in these
esteemed bodies, she has helped to promote the interests and
welfare of the residents of South Texas; and
WHEREAS, Her substantial contributions have earned Mrs.
Cantu nomination to the 2000 Texas Women's Hall of Fame, Who's Who
Among Hispanics of America, and Personalities of America; and
WHEREAS, A proud mother, committed advocate, and notable
community leader, Lala Cantu has worked diligently to improve the
quality of life for her fellow citizens, and her tireless efforts
have produced results of lasting benefit to countless Texans; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Oralia "Lala"
Espinoza Cantu for her dedicated service to the Freer community and
to the State of Texas and extend to her sincere best wishes for
continued success and happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mrs. Cantu as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Guillen
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 308 was adopted by the House on July
19, 2005, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House