HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-0118 WORLD MARRIAGE DAYPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
the foundation of America's greatness is the
strength of its families; and
the family is established on the marriage relation-
ship between father and mother; and
there is an urgent need to reverse the present trend
of separation and divorce that is sweeping the
country; and
marriage should be viewed as a life-long commitment
between husband and wife, filled with mutual res-
pect and open communications; and
WHEREAS,
it is our hope that the institution of marriage
once again be recognized as the basis of American
society;
NOW, THEREFORE, I~ L. Gordon Medaris, Mayor of the City of
Ashland, do hereby proclaim February 13, 1983, as
"WORLD MARRIAGE DAY"
in Ashland, Oregon, and call upon all citizens throughout
our City to-support efforts to promote the permanence and
stability of marriage.
Dated this/~ day of January, 19B3
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Recorder/Treasurer