SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 405
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 State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby recognize April 12, 2023, as Three Rivers
Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the
visiting delegation.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 12, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate