H.R. No. 760


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Those Texans who live for a century or longer are among the Lone Star State's most valuable resources, and their wisdom and experience immeasurably enrich the lives of their fellow citizens; and WHEREAS, Cora Holland is one such individual, and she was honored at the 9th Annual Centenarian Program held at the Marble Arch in Mercedes, an event that was organized by the Social Security Administration and the Area Agency on Aging; and WHEREAS, Born November 5, 1905, in South Carolina, Mrs. Holland first came to Donna in 1919; she married Clifford M. Holland and was a teacher at Runn Elementary School; and WHEREAS, In celebrating men and women whose lives span 100 years or more, we pay tribute to an inspiring group of senior citizens and their vital connection to our shared history; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Cora Holland as an honoree of the 9th Annual Centenarian Program and extend to her sincere best wishes; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mrs. Holland as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Martinez ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 760 was adopted by the House on May 15, 2006, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House