GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 1999

S	1 

SENATE RESOLUTION 1107

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Sponsors: Senators Plyler and Purcell.

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Referred to:  Rules and Operations of the Senate.

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April 15, 1999

A SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING THE ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOWN OF MOUNT GILEAD.
Whereas, the Town of Mount Gilead was incorporated by the General Assembly on February 22, 1899; and
Whereas, Mount Gilead was named for a mountain in the Bible; and
Whereas, Mount Gilead is known for products that include shoes, hosiery, textiles, and apparel; and
Whereas, the citizens of Mount Gilead are dedicated to making their Town one of the best places to live.  They annually hold public events to provide wholesome and fun family activities and entertainment; and
Whereas, in January of 1999, the Mount Gilead Museum was dedicated; and
Whereas, the Mount Gilead Museum is housed in a one hundred-year-old home and contains various items of historic significance to the Town; and
Whereas, there is tremendous community support for the Town's centennial celebration, particularly by the Mount Gilead Spirit, a group of dedicated citizens who have been involved in fund-raising and other activities to assist the Town in preparing for its centennial celebration; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate:
Section 1.  The North Carolina Senate congratulates the  Town of Mount Gilead and joins the Town's citizens in celebrating the Town's one hundredth anniversary.
Section 2.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Mayor of the Town of Mount Gilead.
Section 3.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.