A JOINT RESOLUTION honoring the memory of the founders of the Town of garner on the occasion of the town's one HUNDREDTH anniversary.
Whereas, the Town of Garner was originally known as "Garner's Station" when the Town was chartered by the General Assembly in 1883; and
Whereas, the Town's charter was repealed in 1891, but in 1905, the Town of Garner was reincorporated by the General Assembly; and
Whereas, the Town's first officers were Mayor J.B. Richardson, Aldermen H.D. Rand, J.J. Bagwell, H. Bryan, M.C. Penny, J.S. Buffaloe, and Constable Ernest Jones; and
Whereas, Henry Fort, an African‑American cabinetmaker and carpenter, established the Town's first business; and
Whereas, the Town's first bank opened in 1910 with H.D. Rand as president and J.A. Weathers as cashier; and
Whereas, although many of the Town's earliest citizens farmed for a living, some established mercantile stores, drug stores, cotton gins, livery stables, boarding houses, and repair shops; and
Whereas, in 1912, telephone service was provided to 10 subscribers, with Vera Jones operating the switchboard from her home; and
Whereas, Garner has continued to grow and prosper through the continued dedication, insight, and planning of the Town's concerned leaders and citizens; and
Whereas, the year 2005 marks the 100th Anniversary of the Town of Garner; and
Whereas, celebrations of this historic anniversary have been held since July 3, 2004, leading to the grand finale on April 16, 2005; and
Whereas, this occasion is worthy of celebration and should be enjoyed and supported by all North Carolinians; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:
SECTION 1.  The General Assembly honors the memory of the founders of the Town of Garner and congratulates the Town on its 100th Anniversary.
SECTION 2.  The Secretary of State shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Mayor of the Town of Garner.
SECTION 3.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.