H.R. No. 73
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The wisdom and experience of centenarians are a
source of enduring inspiration, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor
Euodias Harris for joining this elite group; and
WHEREAS, Born in Thrall on August 21, 1913, Mrs. Harris
exchanged vows with John L. Harris on September 24, 1931, in
McGregor; they subsequently moved to Marshall and raised three
children, Barbara Atikinson, Norma Noah, and John Harris; today,
she is the beloved matriarch of a fine family that has grown to
include 7 grandchildren, Ruth, Jean, David, Shelly, Scott, Quentin,
and Gerard, as well as 13 great-grandchildren and 3
great-great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan began teaching school during
World War II, and her career choice influenced her children as they
started their own professional lives; a gracious hostess, she
welcomed students from Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi to her
home for gatherings on numerous occasions, and she takes pride in
cooking, canning, and sewing projects; and
WHEREAS, Blessed with the affection of a host of loved ones,
Mrs. Harris has gracefully reached the century mark and continues
to enrich the lives of all who are fortunate enough to know her;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Euodias
Harris on her 100th birthday and extend to her warmest wishes for
the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mrs. Harris as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Paddie
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 73 was adopted by the House on July
25, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House