SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 263
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize February 22 and 23, 2017, as Palestine Days 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, the
Palestine Chamber of Commerce, 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, 85th
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 Days
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 February 22, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate