H.R. No. 1483
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Emil Ogden has demonstrated exemplary leadership
and service in behalf of the Boy Scouts of America and is a
deserving recipient of the first annual Arrowmoon District Scouting
Patron Award; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ogden was lauded for his embodiment of the
group's highest values, exemplified by his helpful manner towards
his fellow citizens and his commitment to follow the famous scout
slogan of "do a good turn daily"; and
WHEREAS, After joining the Boy Scouts in 1939 in Bowling
Green, Missouri, Mr. Ogden earned his Star Badge as a 13-year-old
and was recognized as the city's Most Courteous Boy Scout; now the
father of six children, he speaks proudly of his family's
continuing involvement with scouting and the opportunities that it
provides to build character and integrity; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ogden has been a member of the Arrowmoon board
of directors for many years and served as chair of the district
committee from 1999 to 2000; additionally, he volunteers with his
church, veterans groups, and numerous other community
organizations; and
WHEREAS, In all of his endeavors, Mr. Ogden enjoys the love
and support of his wife, Clementine, and their treasured family of
two daughters, Mary Katherine and Laura, and four sons, Steve,
Paul, Michael, and Joseph; and
WHEREAS, Emil Ogden incorporates the high ideals of the Boy
Scouts of America into his own activities in which he does much for
the benefit of his community, and it is indeed fitting that he be
honored at this time; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Emil Ogden on receiving the first
annual Arrowmoon District Scouting Patron Award and extend to him
sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Ogden as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Raney
Kacal
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1483 was adopted by the House on April
24, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House