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House Resolution 709
By: Representatives Gaines of the 120
th
, Wiedower of the 121
st
, Persinger of the 119
th
, and
Erwin of the 32
nd
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Kenneth Rogers Bridges; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, Kenneth Rogers Bridges has captured and preserved the rich history and culture2
of rural Georgia in the 1940s through his vivid storytelling, allowing readers to experience3
firsthand the values, struggles, and experiences of that era; and4
WHEREAS, he writes with a deep appreciation for his early years of financial hardship,5
shaped by the love of a caring family who instilled in him the importance of hard work,6
education, and moral values; and7
WHEREAS, his literary talent enables him to share his memories in a way that draws readers8
into his colorful narratives, ensuring that the stories of a vanishing time remain alive for9
future generations; and10
WHEREAS, Kenneth Rogers Bridges holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree in11
vocational agriculture from the University of Georgia, and he has dedicated his career to12
teaching the subject at several Georgia schools; and13
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WHEREAS, he has further served as chairman of the Board of Education for Oconee
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County, chairman of farm services for Jackson County, and as a member of numerous15
educational and agricultural boards and committees; and16
WHEREAS, this distinguished gentleman has given inspiration to many through his high17
ideals, morals, and deep concern for his fellow citizens, and he possesses the vast wisdom18
which only comes through experience and the strength of character which is achieved19
through overcoming the many challenges of life; and20
WHEREAS, Kenneth Rogers Bridges is a person of magnanimous strengths with an21
unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and22
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this23
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately honored.24
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that25
the members of this body recognize and commend Kenneth Rogers Bridges for his many26
outstanding contributions to North Georgia and extend the most sincere best wishes for27
continued health and happiness.28
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized29
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to30
Kenneth Rogers Bridges.31
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