SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 395
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of Hempstead in celebrating March 4, 2013, as
Hempstead Day at the State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, On December 29, 1856, Dr. Richard Rodgers Peebles
and James W. McDade organized the Hempstead Town Company and sold
lots to establish the community of Hempstead; and
WHEREAS, On November 10, 1858, Hempstead was incorporated,
and the town went on to become a major distribution center
between the Gulf Coast and the interior of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Hempstead was known for its production of
watermelons, which were shipped to markets throughout the United
States during the 1940s; Hempstead is still known today for its
watermelons, and they are still shipped across the country during
peak growing season; and
WHEREAS, In recent years, this pleasant town has grown
rapidly; it has benefited from its proximity to Houston, which
lies 50 miles southeast of Hempstead, and from its nearness to
three academic institutions: Texas A&M University, Prairie View
A&M University, and Blinn College; and
WHEREAS, Hempstead is also bluebonnet country; it is
centrally located near the junction of United States Highway 290
and State Highway 6, in an area where spring wildflowers bloom in
profusion each year; its agricultural heritage and small-town
atmosphere make it an ideal place to call home; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby recognize March 4, 2013, as Hempstead
Day at the State Capitol and extend to the citizens of Hempstead
best wishes for an enjoyable visit in Austin; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
them as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hegar
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 4, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate