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HR 1017: Jackson, Clara Dawson; commend

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House Resolution 1017

By: Representatives Alexander of the 66th, Baker of the 64th, and New of the 40th

A RESOLUTION

Commending and congratulating Clara Dawson Jackson; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Clara Dawson Jackson was born on January 16, 1926, in Gallion, Alabama, and this year she enjoys the rare distinction of celebrating her 100th birthday; and

WHEREAS, the devotion, patience, and understanding she has demonstrated have provided the foundation of success from which her family members have developed and flourished for three generations as evidenced by her seven wonderful daughters, nine outstanding grandchildren, and 21 exceptional great-grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens; and

WHEREAS, Clara Dawson Jackson possesses the vast wisdom which only comes through experience and the strength of character which is achieved through overcoming the many challenges of life; and

WHEREAS, a resident of Douglasville, Georgia, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and

WHEREAS, a kind and generous person, Clara Dawson Jackson brings joy and happiness to her family and to the many friends and neighbors who have the great pleasure of knowing her; and

WHEREAS, by the example Clara Dawson Jackson has made of her life, she makes this world a better place in which to live, and it is only fitting and proper that she be appropriately recognized during this very special and memorable time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Clara Dawson Jackson for her unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of her family and community; congratulate her on the remarkable occasion of her 100th birthday; and extend their most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Clara Dawson Jackson.