H.R. No. 1786
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Carthage are celebrating the
175th anniversary of the founding of their community in 2023; and
WHEREAS, In 1848, the Panola County commissioners selected a
site for a permanent county seat at the geographic center of the
county, and Jonathan Anderson donated 100 acres of land for the new
town, which was named Carthage; a post office was established in
1849, and the same year, the first county courthouse was
constructed; in 1888, the Texas, Sabine Valley and Northwestern
railroad was extended to the community; and
WHEREAS, The town flourished, spurred by growth in the oil
and gas industry, and today, Carthage is a prospering community
that has earned accreditation from Main Street America for its
efforts in historic preservation and economic development;
residents and visitors alike enjoy such annual events as the
Potlatch art, food, and music festival, as well as a number of
scenic parks; and
WHEREAS, Working to preserve their town's rich history as
they build an even brighter future, the citizens of Carthage may
indeed take great pride in their community as they celebrate this
special milestone in its history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 175th anniversary of the City of
Carthage and extend to its residents sincere best wishes for the
future.
Clardy
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1786 was adopted by the House on May
25, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House