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 1-2                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 184
 1-3           WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is proud to
 1-4     join the family and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Barnes in
 1-5     congratulating the happy couple on the grand occasion of their
 1-6     60th wedding anniversary; and
 1-7           WHEREAS, The achievement of this milestone is the result of
 1-8     love, devotion, and mutual respect of two outstanding individuals;
 1-9     and
1-10           WHEREAS, Uniting in marriage on February 16, 1941, this
1-11     distinguished couple built a lasting relationship filled with
1-12     beautiful memories that are cherished more dearly with each
1-13     passing day; and
1-14           WHEREAS, The love that Melvin and Ruth have for one another
1-15     has seen them through many changes in the world and the joys and
1-16     sorrows of everyday living; and
1-17           WHEREAS, The long and happy union of these Sweetwater
1-18     residents has been an inspiration to all who know and love them;
1-19     now, therefore, be it
 2-1           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
 2-2     77th Legislature, hereby congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Barnes
 2-3     on their 60th wedding anniversary and extend best wishes for the
 2-4     future; and, be it further
 2-5           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the
 2-6     esteemed couple as a memento of this special day in their life.
 2-7                                                                  Fraser
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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 February 5, 2001.
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2-14                                          Secretary of the Senate
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2-16                                           Member, Texas Senate