Proc. 005-01
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PROCLAMATION
M4 Y 2, 2001
GEORGE HAMIL TON IV DA Y
IN FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, in keeping with this year's theme "Crazy for the Bloom, .. it is both a privilege and an
honor to welcome one of the late and great Patsy Cline's dear friends. and a country music superstar in his
own right, George Hamilton IV, as a special guest to the 74,h Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hamilton's long and successful career speaks for itself with his first hit record
recorded in 1956. He also enjoyed the distinct honor of being the very first American country singer to
perform in Moscow, and has been dubbed .. The International Ambassador of Country Mus ic" by Billboard
Magazine; and
WHEREAS. despite a very busy schedule including traveling. concert dates. and appearances at
the Grand Ole Opry. Mr. Hamilton has devoted a great deal of time and energy to local efforts to open a
Patsy Cline Museum in the Winchester/Frederick County area; and
WHEREAS, his annual performances at the "Celebrating Patsy Cline Weekend," and efforts to
ensure that both the music and memories live on to be enjoyed by future generations are greatly appreciated
by the people of Frederick County and Patsy Cline fans everywhere;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED. that the Chairman of the Frederick County Board of
Supervisors does hereby proclaim Wednesday, May 2.2001. as:
GEORGE HAMILTON IV DAY
in the County of Frederick and urges all citizens to join in its observance.
County of Frederick
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Richard C. Shickle, Chairman-at-Large
Board of Supervisors In Frederick County
PROCLAMATION NO.: 005-0.