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IN THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
In the Matter of Honoring
Mr. Russell Clayton, RESOLUTION NUMBER 69/19
El Sobrante Community
Leader.
WHEREAS Mr. Russell Clayton has been designated as
El Sobrante Man of the Year for the calendar year 1969 by the
El Sobrante Chamber of Commerce In making its second such annual
designation; and
WHEREAS Mr. Clayton has been awarded this distinction
after a careful screening of persons who have made significant contri-
butions to the El Sobrante community; and
WHEREAS Mr. Clayton, an employee of the C & H Sugar Company
and a former professional ball player, is well-known for his par-
ticipation In programs conducted for the benefit of others; and
WHEREAS Mr. Clayton has been active for many years In
youth and Boy Scout work; has been a leading figure in Yuletide activi-
ties for younger people, particularly those confined with illness
during the holiday season; has been a frequent visitor to state hospi-
tals, convalescent homes, and the Lions Club Recreation Center for the
Blind in Oakland, California for the purpose of bringing aid and
comfort to persons in unfortunate circumstances;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, CALIFORNIA RESOLVED that it extends to
Mr. Russell Clayton its sincere congratulations upon being named 1969
El Sobrante Man of the Year by the El Sobrante Chamber of Commerce,
expresses to him its deep appreciation for his efforts In behalf of
the people of the El Sobrante community and of the County of Contra
Costa, and wishes for him the continuing high regard and esteem of his
fellow citizens.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of January, 1969 by the
following vote of the Board:
AYES: Supervisors James P. Kenny, James E. Moriarty,
Thomas John Coll, Edmund A. Linscheld,
Alfred M. Dias.
NOES: None.
ABSENT : None.
RESOLUTION NUMBER 69/19
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