SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 245
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	recognize February 25 and 26, 2015, as Palestine Day at the State
	Capitol; and
	WHEREAS, The seat of Anderson County, Palestine was founded
	in March of 1846, a few months after Texas was admitted to the
	United States in December of 1845; and
	WHEREAS, Palestine was largely an agrarian community until
	1872, when the International and Great Northern Railroad was
	founded and established its headquarters in the city; Palestine
	then grew rapidly throughout the 19th century and early 20th
	century; and
	WHEREAS, A mecca of historic resources, Palestine has over
	1,800 historic houses and buildings, most of which are located in
	the four National Register Historic Districts and three local
	Palestine Historic Districts; and
	WHEREAS, Noted for its exceptional success in preserving
	its historical integrity, Palestine is a Texas Main Street City,
	a National Main Street City, and a Preserve America City; and
	WHEREAS, The Texas Historical Commission, the City of
	Palestine, the Palestine Economic Development Corporation, and
	the citizens, businesses, and civic organizations of Palestine
	deserve recognition for preserving the city's rich past and for
	retaining the charm the city offers residents and visitors today;
	now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
	Legislature, hereby express appreciation to the citizens of
	Palestine for their contributions to our state and extend best
	wishes for the future to all who are celebrating Palestine Day at
	the State Capitol; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
	honor of the City of Palestine.
	Nichols
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on February 23, 2015.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate