89R31218 KRT-D
 
  By: Craddick H.C.R. No. 152
 
 
 
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
         WHEREAS, Punkin Center Gin in Lamesa celebrated its 100th
  anniversary in 2024, and this occasion offers a welcome opportunity
  to recognize the history and accomplishments of this venerable
  local enterprise; and
         WHEREAS, Established on June 11, 1924, Punkin Center Gin is
  considered to be the oldest gin in West Texas and the second oldest
  in the state that is still in operation; and
         WHEREAS, In 1999, Punkin Center Gin was purchased by Al
  Crisp, who has an extensive background as a cotton ginner; it is a
  family-owned and operated business, with the office and financial
  records being managed by his wife, Kasha; in recent years, the gin
  has been updated with numerous automations to become more
  efficient, playing a role in the company's success; and
         WHEREAS, For more than a century, Punkin Center Gin has
  contributed to the economic prosperity of Dawson County, and it is
  fitting that the anniversary of its founding be recognized; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas
  hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of Punkin Center Gin and
  extend to Al and Kasha Crisp and their employees sincere best wishes
  for the future; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Punkin Center Gin as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas Legislature.