Res 509 4/22/19631
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RESOLUTION NU. 4 n
WHEREAS, only a few months ago a number of citizens
of Wichita Falls , recognizing the need for an incentive for
industrial development, took on the tremendous task of raisin
the sum of one million dollars ($1 ,000,000) to accomplish
this purpose; and,
WHEREAS, the many leaders and workers in this cam-
paign, with the encouragement and assistance of practically
all of the persons and firms in the City of Wichita Falls ,
exerted such tireless and enthusiastic work on this cam-
paign that it brought nation wide attention to our City; and
WHEREAS, as a result of this united effort, the goal
of one million dollars ($1,000,000) was not only reached,
but was Over-subscribed by more than one hundred forty-seven
thousand dollars ($147 ,000) , a result which will help to
insure the future growth and prosperity of our City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF
ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, that the
City hereby compliments the Industrial Development Committee,
the leaders and workers , the news media, the subscribers to
the fund, and all the many others who made this ambitious drive
a success, and the City further extends its appreciation to
them for this accomplishment which will benefit Wichita Falls
and its citizens for generations to come. -
PASSED AND APPROVED this 22nd day of April; 1963.
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John J. Gavin, Mayor
ATTEST:
A. L. Fitts , City Clerk