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Colorado Tartan Day <br /> April 6, 2003 <br /> WHEREAS, in order to honor the great traditions and heritage of Scotland; and, <br /> WHEREAS, to pay tribute to the symbol of the Tartan that represents Scottish strength,perseverance <br /> and reverence for family in Scottish history; and, <br /> WHEREAS, between 1820 and 1930, more than seven hundred thousand Scottish people immigrated to <br /> the United States and today there are over one hundred ninety-six thousand people of <br /> Scottish ancestry living in Colorado alone; and, <br /> WHEREAS, to recognize individuals of Scottish descent who have distinguished themselves <br /> throughout history with their inventions, discoveries and accomplishments, including <br /> Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone; Alexander Fleming, who discovered <br /> penicillin; and John Paul Jones, the founder of the United States Navy. <br /> NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Tom Davidson, Mayor of the City of Louisville, <br /> Colorado, along with the City Council do hereby proclaim April 6, 2003 as Scottish Tartan Day in <br /> Louisville and invite all citizens to honor the great traditions and heritage of Scotland on this day. <br /> DATED this 1st day of April, 2003 <br /> C� tl, vi � <br /> Tom Davidson, Mayor <br /> ATT * <br /> ���... <br /> )A <br /> Nancy Varra, City Clerk <br />