GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 1993

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HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 591

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Sponsors: Representatives Holt, Bowman, and Cole (Co-sponsors).

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Referred to:  Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House.

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March 29, 1993

A JOINT RESOLUTION HONORING S. A. HOLLEMAN, THE FIRST MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF ELON COLLEGE, AND THE FOUNDERS OF THE TOWN OF ELON COLLEGE ON THE TOWN'S ONE-HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY.
Whereas, the Town of Elon College, formerly known as the Village of Mill Point, was founded on April 7, 1893, near the tracks of the North Carolina Railroad; and
Whereas, the first mayor of the Town of Elon College was S. A. Holleman; and
Whereas, the Town of Elon College, the proud home of Elon College and Elon Homes for Children, has been an integral part of Alamance County, especially as a cultural and educational center; and
Whereas, a number of dedicated volunteers have taken time out of their busy schedules to plan and implement many special events in recognition of the town's centennial; and
Whereas, several area businesses have joined with the town by contributing to the centennial celebration in order to make it a success;
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:
Section 1.  The General Assembly honors the memory of S. A. Holleman, the first mayor of the Town of Elon College, and the founders of the Town of Elon College.  The General Assembly further recognizes and congratulates the Town of Elon College on its one-hundredth anniversary and wishes the town and its citizens much success in their centennial year.
Sec. 2.  The Secretary of State shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Mayor of the Town of Elon College and the Alamance County Board of County Commissioners.
Sec. 3.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.