SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 132
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Charles Moser, who has been inducted into the Texas
Newspaper Foundation Hall of Fame by the Texas Press Association;
and
WHEREAS, This prestigious honor is awarded to those who
have been credited with outstanding achievements in journalism
and with significant contributions to the newspaper industry and
their communities; and
WHEREAS, Charles Moser served with distinction for more
than 40 years as editor and publisher of the Banner-Press; he
began his distinguished career in journalism while attending Sam
Houston State University, and after his service in the United
States Air Force Reserve, he worked at newspapers along the Texas
Gulf Coast before joining the Banner-Press as editor and
publisher in 1970; and
WHEREAS, Under his leadership, the Banner-Press became
known for quality journalism and editorial content, and he earned
numerous awards for his work, including a Lifetime Achievement in
Print Journalism honor from the Sam Houston State University
Journalism Department; he served as director and president of the
Texas Daily Newspaper Association and as director of the Texas
Press Association; and
WHEREAS, He has served as a mentor to countless young
journalists, and he has been active in a wide range of civic
organizations in the Brenham community; it is truly fitting
that he receive special recognition for the positive impact
he has had on the newspaper industry in Texas; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend Charles Moser on his long and
distinguished career in journalism and extend congratulations to
him on his induction into the Texas Newspaper Foundation Hall of
Fame; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 11, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate