HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, On May 23, 1997, the American Association of Retired 1-2 Persons will honor Leo L. Baker for his work in support of that 1-3 organization, and it is fitting on this auspicious occasion to 1-4 recognize him for his many accomplishments; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Since retiring from his position as a petroleum 1-6 engineer, Mr. Baker has distinguished himself as an eloquent 1-7 advocate for retired and elderly Americans, and he has dedicated 1-8 himself to addressing their needs; a valued member of the American 1-9 Association of Retired Persons, he has served in the Texas 1-10 Silver-Haired Legislature and has chaired the Senior Affairs 1-11 Commission of the city of Dallas as well as the commission's 1-12 Employment Advisory Council; and 1-13 WHEREAS, Through the years, Mr. Baker has drawn strength and 1-14 inspiration from his association with Lovers Lane United Methodist 1-15 Church, and he has given freely of himself to church endeavors, 1-16 serving on the Older Adults Council and the Driver Corps and as a 1-17 lay hospital visitor; and 1-18 WHEREAS, Mr. Baker has also relied on the love and support of 1-19 his close-knit family, and he and his wife Pauline take great pride 1-20 in their children and grandchildren; and 1-21 WHEREAS, In pursuing his enthusiastic and vigorous approach 1-22 to life, Leo Baker has greatly benefited countless numbers of his 1-23 fellow Texans, and his outstanding efforts in behalf of the common 1-24 good are indeed worthy of special praise and recognition at this 2-1 time; now, therefore, be it 2-2 RESOLVED, That the 75th Legislature of the State of Texas 2-3 hereby honor Leo L. Baker for his many contributions to the elderly 2-4 citizens of this state and extend to him sincere best wishes for 2-5 continued success and happiness in the future; and, be it further 2-6 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-7 prepared for Mr. Baker as an expression of high regard by the Texas 2-8 House of Representatives and Senate. Davis _______________________________ _______________________________ President of the Senate Speaker of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 241 was adopted by the House on May 16, 1997, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 241 was adopted by the Senate on May 22, 1997, by a viva-voce vote. _______________________________ Secretary of the Senate APPROVED: _____________________ Date _____________________ Governor