SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 734
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the City of Converse on the occasion of its 50th
anniversary; and
WHEREAS, The City of Converse was incorporated on March 25,
1961, and soon held elections to name the city's first officials;
Ed J. Kneupper was elected mayor and Willard Janssen was elected
town marshal; aldermen were H. R. Voges, E. M. Schertz, Joseph J.
Staudt, Edward Zimmerman, and Milton Schumann; and
WHEREAS, Recognizing the need for recreational
opportunities for city residents, leaders built an exceptional
city park, which in 1975 added a swimming pool; and
WHEREAS, Area citizens have long understood the importance
of education and have worked to prioritize their children's
academic development, beginning with the 1864 construction of a
school by Theo L. Stapper and his neighbors; through the years,
local residents have continued that commitment, and today, the
Judson Independent School District provides exceptional
opportunities for area students; and
WHEREAS, Converse residents have played an important role
in the history of our country; scientist Hans Georg Clamann was
instrumental in developing the medical and physiological
foundations of manned space flight in the early days of the
nation's space program; and
WHEREAS, As they celebrate the 50th anniversary of their
city's incorporation, the people of Converse look forward to a
bright future while continuing to embrace their rich and colorful
past; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Converse for their
many contributions to our state and extend to them best wishes
for a memorable 50th anniversary celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the city as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 7, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate