[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 194 (Tuesday, December 18, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2598]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   TRIBUTE TO 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SANDHILLS STOCK SHOW AND RODEO

                                 ______
                                 

                        HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 18, 2007

  Mr. CONAWAY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
SandHills Stock Show and Rodeo on its 75th anniversary. Since 1932, the 
SandHills Rodeo has had an invaluable impact on the economy and 
heritage of West Texas.
  From its beginnings as the first ``Pure Hereford'' Show in Texas in 
1932 to the present-day exposition--including the horse show, stock 
show, and rodeo--the SandHills Rodeo has generated millions of dollars 
in revenue for the Permian Basin and has attracted thousands of 
visitors from across the country. Like the City of Odessa itself, the 
SandHills Stock Show and Rodeo has grown and flourished over the past 
75 years and has become as much a part of Texas as the cowboys 
themselves.
  Growing up in Odessa, I attended the rodeo and marveled at the brave 
cowboys on their bucking broncos and the fine animals that compete in 
the Stock and Horse shows. From the crowning of Miss SandHills Rodeo to 
the always exciting (at least for the parents) Boot Scramble, the rodeo 
has something for everyone. I am pleased that West Texans of all 
generations continue to enjoy this unique and exciting event. 
Congratulations to all of those who have made the SandHills Stock Show 
and Rodeo such a fine Texas tradition!

                          ____________________