79R4284 JNC-D

By:  Miller                                                       H.R. No. 168



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, On February 16, 2005, many proud residents from 
Comanche County are gathering in Austin to celebrate Comanche 
County Day at the State Capitol; and
	WHEREAS, Created in 1856, Comanche County was named for the 
Comanche Indians, who once dominated the Southwest Plains; nestled 
in the hills of Central Texas, the area benefits from abundant 
natural resources that have given rise to a diverse agricultural 
economy; residents enjoy scenic vistas and the enchanting Lake 
Proctor, which provides a host of recreational activities and 
encourages tourism; and
	WHEREAS, The county seat of Comanche has been honored as a 
Texas Main Street City, and is home to "Old Cora," one of the oldest 
existing original courthouses in Texas; each year the county 
celebrates its storied past and unique heritage with traditional 
events such as the Comanche Pow-Wow and the De Leon Peach and Melon 
Festival; and
	WHEREAS, Residents of Comanche County may take great pride in 
the rich history of their community, and because of the energy and 
determination of those residents, they may look ahead to a bright 
and promising future as well; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby recognize February 16, 2005, as Comanche County 
Day at the State Capitol and extend to its citizens sincere best 
wishes for a memorable visit to Austin.