SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 338
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Lipan Apache Band of Texas, the Fort Clark Springs
Association, and the other participants representing Forts
Concho, Lancaster, Stockton, and McKavett on the occasion of the
historical reenactment of the Live Oak Treaty of 1838, which is
taking place at Fort Clark Springs on March 4, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The Live Oak Treaty of 1838 pledged peace and
perpetual friendship between the people of Texas and the Lipan
Apaches; signed by Republic of Texas President Sam Houston on
January 8, 1838, this pact holds a place of profound importance
among the Lipan Apache Band of Texas; and
WHEREAS, The Lipan Apache Band of Texas continues to
practice its tribal traditions; members use ceremonial dress and
music to uphold tribal customs and pay tribute to their history;
and
WHEREAS, This historical reenactment will serve to help
educate the people of Texas about the many important
contributions the Lipan Apaches have made to the rich cultural
legacy of our state; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Lipan Apache Band
of Texas for their commitment to their heritage and extend to all
participants best wishes for a memorable reenactment of the
signing of the Live Oak Treaty of 1838; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as a
memento of this special occasion.
Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 22, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate