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 1-2                         SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1034
 1-3           WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes great
 1-4     pleasure in recognizing Dr. Benjamin L. and Mrs. Frances D. Hooks
 1-5     on the grand occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary; and
 1-6           WHEREAS, For half a century, the devoted couple has shared
 1-7     a strong and lasting relationship filled with beautiful memories
 1-8     that are cherished more dearly with each passing year; and
 1-9           WHEREAS, In commemoration of this milestone in their lives,
1-10     their family and friends gathered on Sunday, May 6, 2001, to pay
1-11     tribute to the distinguished couple; and
1-12           WHEREAS, The Ned R. McWherter Library Rotunda on the
1-13     University of Memphis campus was the setting for the prestigious
1-14     gathering benefitting the Hooks Institute Archive Project; and
1-15           WHEREAS, Built on a foundation of mutual love, trust, and
1-16     respect, their life together has been a source of inspiration to
1-17     all who know and love them; now, therefore, be it
1-18           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
1-19     77th Legislature, hereby extend sincere congratulations to
 2-1     Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin L. Hooks on their 50th wedding anniversary;
 2-2     and, be it further
 2-3           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
 2-4     the esteemed couple as a memento of this special day.
 2-5                                                                   Ellis
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 2-7                                          President of the Senate
 2-8                                       I hereby certify that the above
 2-9                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate
2-10                                  on May 11, 2001.
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2-12                                          Secretary of the Senate
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2-14                                           Member, Texas Senate