SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 176

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Wilson County on the occasion of its sesquicentennial celebration; and

WHEREAS, Wilson County was created February 13, 1860, out of parts of Bexar and Karnes Counties; it boasts a rich Spanish colonial history, with two mission ranchos within its borders, Rancho de las Cabras and Rancho de Paistle; and

WHEREAS, Wilson County has been home to many noted Texas patriots, including Colonel Juan Seguin and his father, Erasmo, and the Polley family; it has produced as many as 54 Texas Rangers, including Captain Will Wright and the legendary Frank Hamer; and

WHEREAS, Mindful of their county's historic legacy, its citizens have erected many Texas State Historical Markers, and four sites have been placed on the National Register of Historic Places; and

WHEREAS, Wilson County is home to a rich mix of ethnic diversity, drawing from many countries and nationalities; the county's citizens can take great pride in their history and their dedication to creating a better place in which to live, work, and raise a family; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Wilson County on their many contributions to the legacy of our state and extend to them best wishes for a memorable sesquicentennial celebration; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the county as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Zaffirini

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 10, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate