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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 220

	WHEREAS, The year 2006 marks 50 years since George N. Bowers 
was first elected mayor of Tenaha, and this momentous milestone 
provides a fitting opportunity to recognize his many 
accomplishments; and
	WHEREAS, Born in nearby Center, Mayor Bowers graduated 
from Center High School in 1945 and then served his country in the 
Korean War, for which he was awarded a Bronze Star and the Combat 
Infantry Badge; on his return to Shelby County, he served for six 
years on the Tenaha City Council, before being elected mayor in 
1956 at the age of 27; and
	WHEREAS, Since entering office, this esteemed Texan has 
dedicated his life to supporting and improving his adopted home; 
among his many accomplishments are maintaining a local clinic, 
upgrading the water and sewer systems, expanding the fire and 
police departments, and improving roads; and
	WHEREAS, Mayor Bowers also shares his time and talent with 
various organizations, including the Lions Club, Tenaha 
Businessmen's Club, Citizens State Bank, and Shelby County 
Chamber of Commerce; and
	WHEREAS, In all his many endeavors, he enjoys the love and 
support of his wife, Laura, and their two children, five 
grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; and
	WHEREAS, Mayor George Bowers is known for his optimism, 
passion, and genuine concern for Tenaha, and it is a pleasure to 
honor his half-century of remarkable mayoral service; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend
Mayor George N. Bowers on his 50 years of service to Tenaha and 
extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be 
prepared for Mayor Bowers as an expression of high regard from 
the Texas Senate.
                                                                         Staples




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 12, 2006.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate