1-1                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 878
 1-2                                  In Memory
 1-3                                     of
 1-4                              John L. Southall
 1-5           WHEREAS, John L. Southall, Assistant Chief of Police of the
 1-6     Greenville Police Department, died tragically on October 6, 1912,
 1-7     and the Senate of the State of Texas would like to pay tribute to
 1-8     this gallant peace officer; and
 1-9           WHEREAS, A man of great ability and unquestioned integrity,
1-10     Assistant Police Chief Southall was a courageous man who risked
1-11     his life every day to protect the lives and property of our
1-12     citizens; and
1-13           WHEREAS, This exceptional officer was a man of great bravery
1-14     whose strong sense of duty was reflected in a deep commitment to
1-15     the welfare of others; and
1-16           WHEREAS, The courage and personal sacrifice of this dauntless
1-17     officer in the line of duty will constantly remind others of his
1-18     deep devotion to the importance of a fair and effective law
1-19     enforcement system; and
1-20           WHEREAS, John Southall was a loyal friend and outstanding
1-21     law enforcement officer, and his memory will be cherished by all
1-22     who knew and loved him; now, therefore, be it
1-23           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
1-24     76th Legislature, hereby honor the life and memory of
 2-1     Assistant Police Chief Southall for his supreme sacrifice; and,
 2-2     be it further
 2-3           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an
 2-4     expression of the highest respect and gratitude of the Texas Senate,
 2-5     and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in the memory
 2-6     of John L. Southall.
 2-7                                                                    Cain
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 2-9                                         President of the Senate
2-10                                       I hereby certify that the above
2-11                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate
2-12                                  on May 6, 1999, by a rising vote.
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2-14                                         Secretary of the Senate
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2-16                                           Member, Texas Senate