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.