GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

SESSION 1999

S	Simple 
Resolution 
Adopted 
SENATE RESOLUTION 1504*
Adopted 6/6/00

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Sponsors: Senator Albertson.

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Referred to:  Rules and Operations of the Senate.

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May 30, 2000

A SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING SIR THOMAS HAY, LORD DUPPLIN OF SCOTLAND, ON THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF DUPLIN COUNTY.
Whereas, Duplin County was created on April 7, 1750, from New Hanover County, by the General Assembly; and
Whereas, the county was named in honor of Sir Thomas Hay, Lord Dupplin of Scotland who served on Great Britain's Board of Trades and Plantations; and
Whereas, Duplin County, situated in the middle Cape Fear Region of the State, is an area rich in history with an agricultural heritage that has been enhanced by economic and cultural diversity through the years by the talents of citizens who are proud of their past and preparing for their future; and
Whereas, on April 7, 2000, Duplin County celebrated its 250th anniversary; and
Whereas, the Duplin County Commissioners appointed a 250th Anniversary Celebration Council charged with the duty of commemorating this monumental event; and
Whereas, this council has been diligently planning events recognizing and honoring the county's rich heritage; and
Whereas, activities and events commemorating the 250th anniversary are being held throughout the year 2000, spreading the news to the citizens of this State of this historic milestone; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate:
Section 1.  The Senate honors the life and memory of Sir Thomas Hay, Lord Dupplin of Scotland.
Section 2.  The Senate congratulates Duplin County on its 250th anniversary.
Section 3.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the chair of the Duplin County Commissioners.
Section 4.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.