SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 163
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the staff, volunteers, and supporters of the Casa Navarro
State Historic Site in celebrating the 218th anniversary of the
birth of José Antonio Navarro; and
WHEREAS, José Antonio Navarro was a prominent figure in the
early history of Texas; he served as a representative in Texas
legislatures under Mexico, the Republic of Texas, and the
State of Texas, and he was a member of the committees that wrote
the first two Texas constitutions in 1836 and 1845; he was one of
only two native-born Texans to sign the Texas Declaration of
Independence; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his political work, Mr. Navarro was
a successful rancher, merchant, and real estate investor; his
restored adobe and limestone home is an exceptional example of
early San Antonio domestic architecture and is the centerpiece of
the Casa Navarro State Historic Site, which has been listed in
the National Register of Historic Places; and
WHEREAS, The celebration of José Antonio Navarro's
birthday is being hosted by Friends of Casa Navarro on
February 23, 2013; it is truly fitting that this seminal figure
in Texas history be celebrated for his many contributions to the
state's founding and its early success; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby call on Texans to remember the legacy
and many accomplishments of José Antonio Navarro and extend to
the Friends of Casa Navarro best wishes for a memorable
celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of this historic occasion.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 11, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate