SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 43
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize February 6 and 7, 2013, as Palestine Day at the State
Capitol; and
WHEREAS, The seat of Anderson County, Palestine was
founded in March of 1846, a few months after Texas was admitted
to the United States in December of 1845; and
WHEREAS, Palestine was largely an agrarian community until
1872, when the International and Great Northern Railroad was
founded and established its headquarters in the city; Palestine
then grew rapidly throughout the 19th century and early 20th
century; and
WHEREAS, A mecca of historic resources, Palestine has over
1,800 historic houses and buildings, most of which are located in
the four National Register Historic Districts and three local
Palestine Historic Districts; and
WHEREAS, Noted for its exceptional success in preserving
its historical integrity, Palestine is a Texas Main Street City,
a National Main Street City, and a Preserve America City; and
WHEREAS, The Texas Historical Commission, the City of
Palestine, the Palestine Economic Development Corporation, and
the citizens, businesses, and civic organizations of Palestine
deserve recognition for preserving the city's rich past and for
retaining the charm the city offers residents and visitors today;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby express appreciation to the citizens of
Palestine for their contributions to our state and extend best
wishes for the future to all who are celebrating Palestine Day at
the State Capitol; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of the City of Palestine.
Nichols
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 23, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate