79S31203 JHS-D

By:  Hardcastle                                                   H.R. No. 270



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The enduring history of the Great Western Trail is 
an important part of the lore of the Lone Star State, not only for 
the visual images of cowboys and cattle drives, but also for the 
invaluable role it played in the economic recovery and prosperity 
of Texas; and
	WHEREAS,  On May 6, 2006, representatives from Texas, 
Oklahoma, Nebraska, and other states traversed by the Great Western 
Trail will gather together in Ogallala, Nebraska, to celebrate the 
placement of the first trail marker in the Cornhusker State; and
	WHEREAS, Hosted by Rotary District 5630, this significant 
event will be highlighted by the Vernon Rotary Club's presentation 
of the marker; members of the Vernon Rotary Club, through their 
Centennial Rotary Project, have been instrumental in marking the 
trail in Texas and encouraging Rotary Clubs in other states to do 
the same; and
	WHEREAS, The Great Western Trail serves as a bridge between 
the people of our states, and by celebrating this enduring 
landmark, we recognize the importance of our shared heritage and 
history; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commemorate the placement 
of the first trail marker in the state of Nebraska and commend 
Rotary District 5630, the members of the Vernon Rotary Club, and all 
participants for their active support of this momentous event; and, 
be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Rotary District 5630 and the Vernon Rotary Club as an 
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.