SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 526

	WHEREAS, April 1, 2005, marks the 50th anniversary of the 
grand opening of the Hotel Fredonia in Nacogdoches, and this 
memorable milestone offers a fitting opportunity to reflect on 
the significance of this beloved local institution; and

	WHEREAS, The strong bonds between the Fredonia and 
Nacogdoches were forged from its earliest beginnings, as the 
project was originally conceived by a committee of 75 Nacogdoches 
residents, and the subsequent fund-raising was very much a 
collective effort on the part of the community; and

	WHEREAS, The hotel's gala opening took place on
April 1, 1955, and attracted some 6,000 guests; throughout the 
ensuing years, the Fredonia has secured its stature as an 
indispensable landmark, serving both as a welcome respite for 
weary travelers and as a hub of community activity; and

	WHEREAS, A hotel is often the first impression made on 
visitors to a city, and since its founding the Hotel Fredonia has 
ably filled this role while instilling civic spirit and a sense 
of pride in the citizens of Nacogdoches; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 
opening of the Hotel Fredonia and extend to all those associated 
with this venerable Texas institution sincere best wishes for 
continued success.
                                                                         Staples




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 4, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate