88R23112 BK-D
By: Zaffirini S.R. No. 405
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Three Rivers are gathering in
Austin on April 12, 2023, to celebrate Three Rivers Day at the State
Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Located in Live Oak County, Three Rivers can trace
its origins to 1913, when the San Antonio, Uvalde, and Gulf Railroad
built a depot on the land belonging to Annie T. Hamilton; shortly
thereafter, Charles R. Tips organized a townsite company and began
selling acreage; originally called Hamiltonburg, the town was
renamed in 1914 to Three Rivers due to its close proximity to the
confluence of the Atascosa, Frio, and Nueces Rivers; the town was
officially incorporated in 1926; and
WHEREAS, Three Rivers experienced a period of industrial
growth beginning in the early to mid-20th century with the
discovery of natural gas and large deposits of Quartzone sand
nearby; the first glass factory in the state was built there in
1922, but it would eventually close down in 1937; in 1933, the Three
Rivers Refinery was established, and by 1990, it had developed into
a major Diamond Shamrock oil refinery, where many area residents
found employment; and
WHEREAS, Today, Three Rivers is home to approximately 2,000
citizens; residents and visitors alike are able to enjoy a number of
local attractions, including the historic Rialto Theatre, the
annual Live Oak County Fair, and the Choke Canyon Reservoir and
State Park, which is noted for its diverse array of wildlife;
outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to the area for activities such as
hunting, fishing, camping, and canoeing; in addition to tourism,
the town's economy is predominantly supported by farming, ranching,
and oil and gas production; and
WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich history as they work to build
an even brighter future, the citizens of Three Rivers are
justifiably proud of their community, and it is indeed fitting to
honor their contributions to the story of the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby recognize April 12, 2023, as Three Rivers Day at the State
Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation.