THIS IS WHY WE LOVE LIVING
THE ROSEBUD WAY
Rosebud, with a population of about 1,700, is a growing town with many
beautiful homes, a medical clinic, a nursing home, a consolidated high school
(Rosebud - Lott, located at Travis), thriving businesses, good farming land
surrounding the town, 13 churches, a city-manager system of government, an
efficient Mayor and City Council, a Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture -
and a rosebush in every yard!
Rosebud is now more than 100 years old, having celebrated its centennial
in 1987. The leadership and citizens are determined to keep the town forever
as lovely as its name.
Rosebud was originally settled on the west bank of Pond Creed in 1878.
Known as Pool's Crossing or Greer's Horse Pen in those early days, the settlement
in 1884 became known as Mormon after several Mormons moved there. The post office
was opened at this time also. The settlement and post office moved east a few
miles to its present location, and the search for a new name began. The postmaster
at the time, Allin Taylor, submitted the name "Rosebud" to the postal service
because of the beautiful roses blooming in Mrs. J. L. Mullins' front yard, and
on April 23, 1887, the postal service accepted the name, and Rosebud was officially
born.
There are light industrial and commercial properties in the downtown area.
Since the principal industry in the locale is agriculture, there are several
agribusinesses in the community to serve farmers and ranchers with their needs.
Landmard public buildings such as City Hall, D. Brown Memorial Library, schools
the clinic, nursing home and churches are interspersed in the residential areas
of Rosebud. Several structures and sites have received Texas State Historical
Markers.
The homes in Rosebud convey a feeling of comfort and prosperity. Rosebud's
residents possess a unique friendliness toward each other and newcomers. The
neighborly attitude causes newcomers and strangers to take notice and this
compliments a community that always keeps the welcome mat ready to receive
new people and old friends.
Rosebud is founded on strong religious values which can be influential to
the revitalization of the town's people. Strong moral and spiritual people
attract others who wish to share these good neighborly values.
The efforts of community leadership are felt when the Rosebud "theme" is
repeated . . . "There's a rose bush in every yard in Rosebud, Texas." When
the popular Ripley's Believe It Or Not published this "Rosebud Theme"
in its pages there was a pride that bloomed in the community. The arrival
of the 100th birthday of the city caused a civic revival of the yearly rose
planting to maintain "Everything's Rosy In Rosebud" motto in Rosebud, Texas.
Persistent leadership can be noted when there is quality life and people
practice involvement.
Many elderly residents enjoy their retirement years in Rosebud, Texas.
The elderly are a valuable asset and a source of wisdom and encouragement
to help make Rosebud a unique city. These Senior Citizens are integrated into
the mainstream of the economic, political and social life of Rosebud.
Rosebud City Lake is an 18-acre reservoir used principally for an
emergency source of water supply for the city. The city's water source is a
contract with the Central Texas Water Supply Corporation and its treated water
comes from the Stillhouse Hollow Reservoir. Rosebud's water is approved by
the Texas State Health Department. Rosebud residents are provided with the
finest gas, electric and telephone service available. Cable television service
is also available.
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