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79R16528 MAM-D

By:  Merritt                                                      H.R. No. 1756



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Residents of Lindale are celebrating the centennial 
of the city's official founding, and this special occasion provides 
an opportune time to reflect on the history of this vibrant East 
Texas town; and
	WHEREAS, Located in northwestern Smith County, the area was 
first organized in 1871 by Richard B. Hubbard, who would later go on 
to serve Texas as governor; by 1873, a post office and mercantile 
store had been established in the community, and two years later, 
the International & Great Northern Railroad Company built lines 
through the town, which flourished with this increased activity; 
and
	WHEREAS, On January 4, 1905, Lindale was officially 
incorporated with more than 500 residents; under the leadership of 
the town's first mayor, John S. Ogburn, Lindale became a center for 
canning fruits and vegetables, and it became particularly 
well-known for its excellent berries; and
	WHEREAS, The Lindale school district has been a significant 
source of pride for the community for many years, and today it 
stands as a successful testament to the city's commitment to its 
youth; in the past few years, Lindale High School has won numerous 
awards in academic, athletic, and artistic interscholastic 
competitions; this highly respected district employs quality 
teachers and currently educates more than 3,200 students; and
	WHEREAS, With its thriving sense of community, attractive 
opportunities, and outstanding schools, Lindale continues to be a 
treasured asset of the Lone Star State, and it is a pleasure to pay 
tribute to this unique town and its forward-looking citizenry; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate the residents of Lindale on the 
occasion of the city's centennial celebration and extend to them 
sincere best wishes for a memorable observance.