SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 97
WHEREAS, Proud residents of Mineola are celebrating the
150th anniversary of their community's founding in 2023; and
WHEREAS, Mineola was established in 1873 when the
International-Great Northern Railroad and the Texas and Pacific
Railway built lines through the northeastern region of the state;
the town became a vital part of the area's commerce, and trains
often stopped for crew and passengers to drink from the
"health-giving" waters of the community's artesian well; and
WHEREAS, By 1890, the population of Mineola had grown to
2,000 people, and the town boasted seven churches and several
schools, hotels, and banks; the local economy was supported by
the timber industry, as well as cattle raising and the production
of a variety of agricultural crops; a chair factory was opened in
1886, and the facility later operated as a crate and basket
factory until 1952; in the 1940s, the discovery of oil in Wood
County and the construction of a railroad shop further bolstered
the town's economy; and
WHEREAS, Today, Mineola is a designated "National Main
Street City," and its picturesque downtown is a popular
destination for tourists; in addition to a variety of local shops
and restaurants, residents and visitors alike enjoy such
attractions as the annual Iron Horse Heritage Festival, the
Mineola Nature Preserve, and the Lake Country Playhouse and the
Historic Select Theater; and
WHEREAS, Celebrating their rich history as they work to
build an even brighter future, the people of Mineola are
justifiably proud of their community, and it is indeed a pleasure
to honor their contributions to the story of the Lone Star State
on this milestone occasion; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby commemorate the 150th anniversary of the
city of Mineola and extend to its citizens sincere best wishes
for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for the city as an expression of high regard from the
Texas Senate.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 24, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate