88R7161 CW-D
By: Springer S.R. No. 64
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Boaz on the Square in Graham celebrated the 100th
anniversary of its opening in November 2021; and
WHEREAS, Boaz on the Square traces its origins back to 1921,
when P. A. Boaz, a Lebanese immigrant and entrepreneur, founded the
Boaz Department Store; over the years, the business grew to include
seven stores across Texas; and
WHEREAS, Three of the original stores remained active after
the Great Depression, and Mr. Boaz's grandson, Davey Donnell,
eventually took over the business; today, Boaz on the Square sells
apparel, footwear, and accessories both in store and online; and
WHEREAS, Local businesses of long standing play a vital role
in the culture and economy of the Lone Star State, and it is indeed a
pleasure to honor Boaz on the Square for the contributions it has
made to the Graham community over the past century; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of Boaz on the Square and
extend to all those associated with the enterprise sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Boaz on the Square as an expression of high regard by
the Texas Senate.