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Governor's Proclamation

BY THE GOVERNOR OF
THE STATE OF GEORGIA

A PROCLAMATION

ORDER OF DEMOLAY

WHEREAS: On March 18, 1999, Georgia members of the Order of DeMolay will celebrate its 80th anniversary; and

WHEREAS: The Order of DeMolay was founded in 1919 as a youth organization devoted to developing character in young men and to teaching good citizenship and leadership; and

WHEREAS: Under the direction and supervision of adult role models, the young men of the Georgia chapter have participated in activities to build civic awareness, personal responsibility, leadership and character; and

WHEREAS: The young men of the Georgia DeMolay chapter have planned and implemented a variety of self-directed activities fostering an appreciation for the value of community service in addition to building confidence and to teaching responsibility and cooperation; and

WHEREAS: The Georgia chapter has chosen to focus on community cleanup campaigns and programs for the mentally disabled, it is indeed fitting to honor these fine young men for their outstanding public service in enriching the lives of their fellow citizens; now

THEREFORE: I, Roy E. Barnes, Governor of the State of Georgia, do hereby recognize the ORDER OF DEMOLAY on March 18, 1999, as they celebrate their 80th anniversary, and do further extend best wishes for continued prosperity and success.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the Executive Department to be affixed.

This 11th day of March 1999.

Roy E. Barnes
Governor