84R34064 MGB-D

By: Hughes H.R. No. 3472

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Residents of Morris County are joining together to mark the 175th anniversary of the historic John Wingate and Elizabeth Truitt Log Cabin on June 6, 2015; and

WHEREAS, John Wingate Truitt was a resident of Etowah County, Alabama, when he traveled to Texas in 1839 to purchase 320 acres of land in what would later become the Jenkins community; the following year, he moved with his wife, the former Betsy Robinson, and their children to the property and constructed a new home reminiscent of those he saw while living in Tennessee; the log cabin featured two 18-foot square rooms separated by a 12-foot wide dog-trot hallway, with deep porches stretching the full length of the house; and

WHEREAS, The cabin has remained at the same location ever since its completion, and the Texas Historical Commission has proclaimed the land a Texas Historic Archaeological Site and has designated the cabin a Texas Historic Landmark; in 2011, the East Texas Communities Foundation began a three-year restoration project to return the home to its original condition; and

WHEREAS, In tribute to this milestone anniversary, a celebration is being hosted that will include tours of the cabin, a Confederate Honor ceremony for Edward Robinson and James Leonard Truitt, and a special program presentation featuring area officials; and

WHEREAS, The John Wingate and Elizabeth Truitt Log Cabin provides a vital link to the rich history of its community, and its preservation is a testament to the hard work and civic spirit of many dedicated citizens; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 175th anniversary of the John Wingate and Elizabeth Truitt Log Cabin and extend to all those participating in this noteworthy celebration sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable event.