SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 498


In Memory

of

Dr. Elmer Carl Baum

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the 
citizens of Austin in mourning the death of Dr. Elmer Carl Baum, 
who died December 6, 2004, at the age of 92; and
	WHEREAS, A 1934 graduate of the University of Health 
Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri, 
Dr. Baum established his Austin practice in 1944 and maintained it 
for 60 years; and
	WHEREAS, Dr. Baum was a longtime member of the American 
Osteopathic Association and a member of the White House 
Conference on Health and he served as chairman of the Bureau of 
Public Education on Health; and
	WHEREAS, Combining his medical practice with service as an 
active voice at the Texas Capitol, Dr. Baum's efforts and 
influence aided greatly in the success of osteopathic medicine in 
Texas; and
	WHEREAS, He was dedicated to beneficially shaping the 
future of osteopathic medicine and helped secure private 
scholarships for osteopathic medical students in Texas; he was 
instrumental in securing appropriations for the Texas College of 
Osteopathic Medicine; and
	WHEREAS, He served on the Texas State Board of Health for 
over 18 years and was awarded the Founders' Medal from the
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine; he served as chairman of 
the Texas Democratic Party from 1968 until 1970; and
	WHEREAS, Many Texans, including five Texas governors, have 
received superior medical care due to the dedication and high 
professional standards of this exemplary physician; his wisdom 
and valued counsel will be greatly missed by all who knew him; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Dr. Elmer Carl Baum:  his children, Dr. Alan Carl Baum 
and Cynthia Baum Gerhardt; and his four grandchildren and two 
great-grandchildren; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the members of his family as an expression of deepest sympathy 
from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this 
day, it do so in memory of Dr. Elmer Carl Baum.
                                                                          Brimer




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 30, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate