H.R. No. 20 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, R. E. and Jeanette McDonald of Midland attained a 
notable milestone in their marriage on July 31, 2003, with the 
celebration of their 60th wedding anniversary; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. McDonald and the former Jeanette Jackson were 
married July 31, 1943, in Hartshorne, Oklahoma; over the years 
their family has grown to include two children, Darrell McDonald 
and Harriett Walraven, and several grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren; and
	WHEREAS, The McDonalds lived in Seminole and Greenville 
before moving to Midland; they were co-owners of the 
Walker-McDonald Manufacturing Company, a supplier of drilling bits 
and components; respected citizens of their community, they are 
also valued members of the Baptist church; and
	WHEREAS, In celebration of their enduring union, the 
McDonalds were honored with a reception on August 2, 2003, hosted by 
their son; and
	WHEREAS, Partners for six decades, Mr. and Mrs. McDonald are 
deeply cherished by their family and friends, and they are indeed 
deserving of tribute for all they have accomplished in their life 
together; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate R. E. and 
Jeanette McDonald on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary 
and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued happiness; 
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. McDonald as an expression of high regard 
by the Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                        Craddick

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 20 was adopted by the House on 
September 16, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House