R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, On May 24, 2001, Jack and Dorothy Stevens of Uvalde 1-2 celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary, and this momentous 1-3 occasion is most deserving of special recognition; and 1-4 WHEREAS, Joined in marriage on May 24, 1951, in Seguin, 1-5 Texas, Mr. Stevens and the former Dorothy Sellers enjoy a warm and 1-6 fulfilling relationship that is an inspiration to all who know 1-7 them; they take great pride in their family, which includes two 1-8 sons, Randy and David, and five beloved grandchildren; and 1-9 WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Stevens are respected members of the 1-10 Uvalde community, where they have made their home since 1959; now 1-11 enjoying a well-deserved retirement, Mrs. Stevens is retired from a 1-12 career as an elementary school teacher, while Mr. Stevens is 1-13 retired from employment with the United States Department of 1-14 Agriculture Soil Conservation Society; and 1-15 WHEREAS, Together, this devoted couple have shared the trials 1-16 and triumphs of five decades, and it is indeed appropriate that 1-17 they be honored at this time; now, therefore, be it 1-18 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas 1-19 Legislature hereby congratulate Jack and Dorothy Stevens on the 1-20 joyous occasion of their golden wedding anniversary and extend to 1-21 them best wishes for future happiness; and, be it further 1-22 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared 1-23 for Mr. and Mrs. Stevens as an expression of high regard by the 1-24 Texas House of Representatives. Hilderbran King of Uvalde _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1271 was adopted by the House on May 24, 2001, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House