R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives takes great pride 1-2 in recognizing the 50th anniversary of YMCA Camp Grady Spruce, for 1-3 its half-century of service indeed merits special legislative 1-4 recognition; and 1-5 WHEREAS, The camp is located in Graford, on beautiful Possum 1-6 Kingdom Lake; with a stunning view of the Hell's Gate landmark, 1-7 Camp Grady Spruce enjoys one of the most scenic locations in our 1-8 state; and 1-9 WHEREAS, The remarkable beauty of the land is surpassed only 1-10 by the spirit of the people who have contributed so greatly to the 1-11 camp throughout its existence; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Across America, the tradition of summer camp is a 1-13 time-honored one, and the prestige and renown Camp Grady Spruce 1-14 enjoys directly reflect the spirit and resources of the many Texas 1-15 volunteers who have supported the camp; and 1-16 WHEREAS, Children from across the United States and around 1-17 the world have shared in the important experiences and events this 1-18 worthy camp has offered for five decades, and it is a privilege to 1-19 honor Camp Grady Spruce at this time; now, therefore, be it 1-20 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas 1-21 Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th anniversary of YMCA Camp 1-22 Grady Spruce and extend to all those associated with this 1-23 exceptional organization warmest best wishes. Maxey _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1372 was adopted by the House on May 31, 1999, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House