H.R. No. 2082
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Wyman Meinzer is being inducted into the Texas
Heroes Hall of Honor at the Frontier Times Museum in Bandera on July
23, 2011, the National Day of the American Cowboy; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1933, the museum houses the Western
memorabilia collection of J. Marvin Hunter, the publisher of
Frontier Times magazine; this year's Hall of Honor ceremony
recognizes the pioneering spirit, strength of character, and
contributions to Texas culture of one posthumous inductee and four
living legends; and
WHEREAS, Designated by the legislature as the Texas State
Photographer for the year 1997, Wyman Meinzer has traveled
throughout the state, capturing the beauty of its landscape and the
distinct cultures of its people; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Meinzer's sweeping and powerful images have been
published in more than 20 books, including Between Heaven and
Texas, Contemporary Ranches of Texas, and Working Dogs of Texas;
his work illustrates the state's natural beauty and preserves its
grandeur for future generations; and
WHEREAS, This talented artist's achievements have greatly
enhanced the richness and diversity of Texas culture, and he may
indeed take pride in this special recognition from the Frontier
Times Museum; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Wyman Meinzer on his induction into
the Frontier Times Museum Texas Heroes Hall of Honor and commend him
for his enduring contributions to the Lone Star State; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Meinzer as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Miller of Comal
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2082 was adopted by the House on May
26, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House