[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 1] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages 45-46] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]150TH BIRTHDAY OF HAMILTON COUNTY, TEXAS ______ HON. JOHN R. CARTER of texas in the house of representatives Tuesday, January 15, 2008 Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize a shining county in my district. Hamilton County will be celebrating its 150th birthday on Tuesday, January 22, 2008. Named after James Hamilton, a former Governor of South Carolina who aided the Republic of Texas when we made our break from Mexico, Hamilton County is believed to be the final resting place for ``Billy the Kid.'' Although noted by many as a county rooted deep in Texas history, undeniably the greatest asset of Hamilton County is its people. Hamilton County people are the type who wave to strangers as they pass them driving down the highway. They are the type of people who get together to discuss politics, last [[Page 46]] night's football game, and their families over a piece of pie. They share a common sense of community where they look after one another. These people are a shining example of the Texas values that make this area of our State so genuine. I am extremely proud to have represented Hamilton County for 3 of the past 150 years and I wish them continued prosperity for another 150 years and beyond. ____________________