GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 1999

H	Simple 
Resolution
Adopted 
HOUSE RESOLUTION 115
Adopted 3/1/99

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Sponsors: Representative Goodwin.

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Referred to:  Rules, Calendar and Operations of the House.

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February 22, 1999

A HOUSE RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND MEMORY OF NOAH GIBSON FOR WHOM THE TOWN OF GIBSON IS NAMED, ON THE TOWN'S ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY.
Whereas, on February 28, 1999, and formally on April 16-18, 1999, the Town of Gibson in Scotland County will be celebrating 100 years of incorporation; and
Whereas, the Town of Gibson was named for Noah Gibson, a successful merchant and the first postmaster of the Town; and
Whereas, many of Noah Gibson's descendants continue to live in the Town of Gibson, the County of Scotland, and surrounding areas; and
Whereas, Gibson's 100th anniversary and Noah Gibson's contributions to the development of the Town are worthy of celebration and should be enjoyed and supported by all North Carolina citizens; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
Section 1.  The House of Representatives honors the life and memory of Noah Gibson and urges the citizens of this State to participate in the activities commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Town of Gibson.
Section 2.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Mayor and the Town Manager of the Town of Gibson.
Section 3.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.