1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1026 1-2 WHEREAS, The sharing of 67 happy and fulfilling years of 1-3 marriage is truly a memorable accomplishment worthy of special 1-4 recognition; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Edgar S. and Mary S. Branson of Dallas celebrated 1-6 their 67th anniversary this year; over the years they have formed 1-7 a working relationship based on loyalty and understanding; and 1-8 WHEREAS, The achievement of this important milestone is 1-9 the result of the affection and mutual respect of two outstanding 1-10 individuals; and 1-11 WHEREAS, Through the years, Mr. and Mrs. Branson have grown 1-12 ever stronger in their love and devotion as together they have 1-13 shared the joys and sorrows of everyday life; and 1-14 WHEREAS, Blessed with six children, 19 grandchildren, 1-15 17 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren, the 1-16 Bransons have filled their hearts with many beautiful memories; 1-17 now, therefore, be it 1-18 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 1-19 76th Legislature, hereby extend sincere congratulations to the 1-20 anniversary couple as they celebrate their 67th year together; 1-21 and, be it further 2-1 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-2 Mr. and Mrs. Branson as a memento of this grand occasion. 2-3 Cain 2-4 ______________________________________ 2-5 President of the Senate 2-6 I hereby certify that the above 2-7 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-8 on May 20, 1999. 2-9 ______________________________________ 2-10 Secretary of the Senate 2-11 ______________________________________ 2-12 Member, Texas Senate