By:  Nelson                                      S.R. No. 717
    1-1                           SENATE RESOLUTION
    1-2        WHEREAS, The occasion of a 100th birthday is an exceptionally
    1-3  splendid one and calls for great celebration, and so it was for
    1-4  Vicie Bowden of Stephenville, Texas, on March 19, 1993, when she was
    1-5  the guest of honor on her special day; and
    1-6        WHEREAS, Well known for her charm, genuineness, and generosity
    1-7  of spirit, this gracious lady is a beloved citizen of the city; and
    1-8        WHEREAS, Blessed with a ready smile and warm nature,
    1-9  Mrs. Bowden is noted for her liveliness and vital sense of humor; and
   1-10        WHEREAS, Unusually active for her five score years, the
   1-11  centenarian is known for her exemplary enthusiasm for living each day
   1-12  to the fullest; and
   1-13        WHEREAS, She pursues her hobbies avidly whether putting
   1-14  together intricate crossword puzzles, working in her flower garden,
   1-15  or viewing "The Price Is Right"; and
   1-16        WHEREAS, A devout Christian, Mrs. Bowden attends Sunday
   1-17  morning services at Graham Street Church of Christ followed by her
   1-18  customary meal at Dairy Queen; and
   1-19        WHEREAS, This remarkable individual is truly deserving of the
   1-20  long and happy life with which she has been blessed; now, therefore,
   1-21  be it
   1-22        RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
   1-23  73rd Legislature, hereby declare Vicie Bowden a treasured citizen of
    2-1  her town and state, wishing her continued health and happiness; and,
    2-2  be it further
    2-3        RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this
    2-4  distinguished lady as an expression of the admiration and esteem of
    2-5  the Texas Senate.
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    2-7                                        President of the Senate
    2-8                                      I hereby certify that the
    2-9                                 above Resolution was adopted by
   2-10                                 the Senate on April 26, 1993.
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   2-12                                        Secretary of the Senate
   2-13                                 _____________________________________
   2-14                                         Member, Texas Senate