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                                                                S.C.R. No. 40 




SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, The Legislature of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Terrell County on the occasion of its Centennial; and
	WHEREAS, Terrell County, carved out of a section of Pecos 
County, was officially established by the Texas Legislature on July 
14, 1905, and was named for Alexander Watkins Terrell, a 
Confederate Army veteran and Texas senator; and
	WHEREAS, Terrell County is situated in the scenic Big Bend 
area of southwestern Texas, marked by deep canyons, steep hills, 
the Rio Grande and the Pecos River, and abundant wildlife; and
	WHEREAS, Terrell County boasts a colorful history; Judge Roy 
Bean, after feuding with Charley Wilson, found the town of 
Sanderson too rough to handle and moved to Langtry; and in 1912, a 
train robbery at Baxter's Curve was thwarted when the thieves were 
killed by the Wells Fargo agent guarding the shipment; and
	WHEREAS, Terrell County is proud of its rich heritage; early 
pioneers brought progress and growth to Sanderson and the 
Trans-Pecos area through their vision, dedication, and 
perseverance; and
	WHEREAS, Terrell County flourished as a result of the 
railroad and the ranches surrounding Sanderson, and it became one 
of the leading centers of sheep and wool production in the country; 
in the 1950s, oil and gas production joined ranching and 
railroading as a major industry in the county; and
	WHEREAS, Although Terrell County has endured economic 
hardships, droughts, and floods, it continues to thrive today 
because of the pioneering spirit that is its legacy; and
	WHEREAS, Sanderson, the county seat of Terrell County and the 
Cactus Capital of Texas, is hosting the Centennial Celebration on 
July 1 through 4, 2005; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 79th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby commend the citizens of Terrell County for their many 
contributions to our state and nation and extend to them best wishes 
for a joyous Centennial Celebration; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for 
Terrell County as an expression of esteem from the Texas 
Legislature.

                                                                              





______________________________    ______________________________
President of the Senate             Speaker of the House
	I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 40 was adopted by the Senate 
on May 20, 2005.




______________________________ 
   Secretary of the Senate             
	I hereby certify that S.C.R. No. 40 was adopted by the House 
on May 25, 2005.




______________________________ 
   Chief Clerk of the House            



Approved:


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            Date



______________________________ 
          Governor