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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 166
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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to |
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join the citizens of Hill County and Texans across the state in |
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celebrating February 23, 2011, as Hill County Day at the State |
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Capitol; and |
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WHEREAS, Situated on the scenic prairies and rolling hills |
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east of the Brazos River, Hill County was established on February |
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7, 1853, and was named for Dr. George Washington Hill, secretary |
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of war for the Republic of Texas under President Sam Houston; and |
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WHEREAS, The citizens of Hill County have maintained the |
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charm and friendliness of a small rural county while adapting to |
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the rapid pace of today's changing world; the historic county |
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courthouse in Hillsboro has been restored to its 1890s splendor |
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and continues to serve as the hub for county business; and |
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WHEREAS, The birthplace of legendary singer and songwriter |
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Willie Nelson, Hill County provides numerous recreational and |
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cultural opportunities for residents and visitors alike, from |
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Lake Whitney State Park to numerous fairs and festivals to Hill |
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College's acclaimed Performing Arts Series; the college also |
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houses the Texas Heritage Museum with its famous Audie Murphy |
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exhibit and a historical research center with a 10,000-volume |
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library on the Civil War; and |
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WHEREAS, The citizens of Hill County look confidently to |
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the future while embracing their illustrious past; it is truly |
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fitting that their home be honored on this special day; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd |
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Legislature, hereby commend the people of Hill County on their |
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many contributions to the rich history and culture of our state |
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and extend to them best wishes for a memorable Hill County Day at |
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the State Capitol; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for |
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them as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. |
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Birdwell |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on February 2, 2011. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |