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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Proud residents of Premont are celebrating the 100th |
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anniversary of their city on April 18, 2009, with a parade and other |
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festivities; and |
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WHEREAS, Located in south central Jim Wells County, Premont |
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was founded in 1908 by Charles Premont, for whom it was named, and |
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Andres Canales, who established a general store in the budding |
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community; through the years, the town attracted a growing number |
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of residents, and in 1914, the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway |
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built a stop there; and |
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WHEREAS, Premont was incorporated in 1939, and within a few |
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decades, it boasted several schools, churches, and businesses and |
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was home to some 3,000 people; surrounded by working ranches and |
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farms, the community today remains vibrant, with residents united |
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in their enthusiasm for the Premont Cowboys/Cowgirls; and |
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WHEREAS, In addition, Premont is a popular destination for |
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hunters, who can find any number of wild game there, including |
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white-tailed deer, javelina, quail, turkey, and dove; and |
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WHEREAS, During this milestone year, Premont citizens pay |
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tribute to the exceptional Texans who came before them, and they |
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share their pride in a home that offers natural beauty and a |
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neighborly spirit; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the city of |
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Premont and extend to area residents best wishes for a memorable |
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celebration. |