Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR468 Compare Versions

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2	2	House Resolution 468
3	3	By: Representatives Wade of the 9
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5	5	and Gunter of the 8
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8	8	A RESOLUTION
9	9	Recognizing the historical significance of the 1911 Rand McNally map of White County,
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11	11	Georgia; and for other purposes.2
12	12	WHEREAS, the 1911 Rand McNally map of White County, Georgia, provides a valuable3
13	13	historical snapshot of the region's geography, infrastructure, and cultural landmarks as they4
14	14	existed in the early 20th century; and5
15	15	WHEREAS, the map highlights several communities that were once integral to the county's6
16	16	social and economic fabric but have since diminished or disappeared, including Kinsey, Leo,7
17	17	Loudsville, Nacoochee, Oculus, Parks, Pink, Asbestos, Benefit, Church, Cleveland, Eastburn,8
18	18	Etris, Headen, Teshatee, Santee, Robertstown, Pole, and Pleasant Retreat, each of which9
19	19	played a significant role in the area's development yet, over time, has been lost or absorbed10
20	20	into larger towns or counties; and11
21	21	WHEREAS, Kinsey, once a thriving community, was home to a strong agricultural base and12
22	22	many pioneering families who helped shape the area's early economy—though no longer a13
23	23	recognized town, its legacy remains in the memories of local families; and14
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26	26	WHEREAS, Leo, located near the Chattahoochee River, was a vital stop for travelers and
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28	28	traders in the early days, facilitating commerce and communication through its strategic16
29	29	position—while the river once supported a bustling community, it now reflects a quieter,17
30	30	more rural landscape; and18
31	31	WHEREAS, Loudsville, a community that emerged during the gold rush era, was home to19
32	32	miners and traders seeking to capitalize on rich gold veins—though the town has faded into20
33	33	history, its spirit can still be felt in the nearby mining towns that celebrate their shared21
34	34	heritage; and22
35	35	WHEREAS, Nacoochee, nestled in the Nacoochee Valley, remains a cultural touchstone23
36	36	where Native American history meets early settler expansion, and while the town has largely24
37	37	disappeared, the nearby Nacoochee Mound stands as a testament to its past; and25
38	38	WHEREAS, Oculus, an early rural settlement, was known for its picturesque views and26
39	39	close-knit community—although no physical remnants remain today, the legacy of its27
40	40	residents continues to resonate throughout the surrounding area; and28
41	41	WHEREAS, Parks, Pink, and Asbestos, smaller communities that developed during the early29
42	42	industrial age, thrived for a time with local factories and mills but eventually dwindled and30
43	43	disappeared; and31
44	44	WHEREAS, Benefit, Church, and Cleveland were early religious and civic centers for the32
45	45	region, serving as gathering spots for local residents to connect socially and spiritually, and33
46	46	while these communities have undergone significant transformation, their role in shaping the34
47	47	county's social fabric remains undeniable; and35
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50	50	WHEREAS, Eastburn, Etris, Headen, and Teshatee were vital to the development of the
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52	52	agricultural economy in the region, providing farmlands and settlements that contributed to37
53	53	White County's rural identity, yet they no longer exist as recognized towns; and38
54	54	WHEREAS, Santee, Robertstown, Pole, and Pleasant Retreat, though long since forgotten39
55	55	or absorbed by other municipalities, were once key crossroads for commerce and travel,40
56	56	providing services and support to travelers and locals alike; and41
57	57	WHEREAS, the map illustrates the layout of early transportation networks, including historic42
58	58	roadways, railways, and settlements that shaped the development of small towns and rural43
59	59	communities within White County; and44
60	60	WHEREAS, many of the communities, settlements, and named locations on the map reflect45
61	61	a way of life that has since evolved due to industrialization, urbanization, and shifts in46
62	62	economic and social structures; and47
63	63	WHEREAS, preserving and recognizing this historical cartographic record allows for a48
64	64	deeper appreciation of the county's heritage and provides insight into how the landscape and49
65	65	society have changed over time; and50
66	66	WHEREAS, the study and commemoration of these lost or transformed landmarks contribute51
67	67	to the broader understanding of Georgia's small-town history and the forces that shaped its52
68	68	development throughout the 20th century.53
69	69	NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that54
70	70	the members of this body recognize the historical significance of the 1911 Rand McNally55
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73	73	map of White County, Georgia, and encourage further efforts to document, study, and
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75	75	educate the public about the county's evolving geography and cultural legacy.57
76	76	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized58
77	77	and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the59
78	78	public and the press.60
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