A HOUSE RESOLUTION honoring the town of wagram on the town's one hundredth anniversary.
Whereas, the Scotland County Town of Wagram was incorporated by the General Assembly on February 27, 1911; and
Whereas, the Town of Wagram, originally known as Montpelier and then as Fontcal, was named by brothers and lumbermen James Williams and William Williams, who settled in the area during the period of the American Revolution; and
Whereas, W.G. Buie, S.J. Womble, and E.C. Smith served as the first Town commissioners and J.R. Bundy served as the first Town mayor; and
Whereas, the Town of Wagram's progress has led to the creation of essential organizations and services that have improved the quality of life for the Town's citizens; and
Whereas, the Town of Wagram is the home of the Chalk Banks State Park, one of North Carolina's Top 10 Natural Wonders, and the Lumber River, the only blackwater river in North Carolina designated as a National Wild and Scenic River; and
Whereas, in preparation of the Town's centennial, the citizens of Wagram have been working together to plan activities that recognize key moments and people throughout the Town's history; and
Whereas, the Town of Wagram's centennial is worthy of celebration and should be enjoyed and supported by all North Carolinians; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
SECTION 1.  The House of Representatives honors the founders of the Town of Wagram.
SECTION 2.  The House of Representatives congratulates the Town of Wagram on its 100th anniversary and encourages the people of this State to participate in activities commemorating this special occasion.
SECTION 3.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Mayor of the Town of Wagram.
SECTION 4.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.