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FRIDAY MARCH 21, 2008
PROCLAMATIONS WERE SIGNED BY GOVERNER BOB RILEY IN MONTGOMERY THAT DO PROCLAM!!
APRIL ALABAMA SCOTTISH HERITAGE MONTH
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APRIL 6TH THE OFFICIAL ALABAMA TARTAN DAY
We had the distinct honor of meeting the Governor of the State of Alabama Bob Riley in the State Capitol Montgomery as part of the Scottish Society of Mobile.
The occasion was the signing of two proclamations declaring the month of April 2008 Scottish Heritage Month in the State of Alabama, and April 6th, 2008 Tartan Day in the State of Alabama.
Pictured below is our member Randy Seale who was the key contact with the Governor's office to accomplish this historic signing. He is proudly holding both officially signed Proclamations.
THIS WONDERFUL TURN OF EVENTS IS TOOK PLACE DUE TO THE EFFORTS AND TIME GIVEN TO OUR SOCIETY BY RANDY SEALE.
THANK YOU RANDY.
About a dozen members of the Scottish Society of Mobile participated in the signing with the Governor. Pictured below are some who attended.
It was a most specactular day in our State's Capitol with crystal clear blue skies and warm sunshine.
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You will note in the photo of Governor Riley above that Alabama was ranked number 1 in pre-K education for Quality. This is the second year in a row that Alabama has had this honor.
The Governor asked for support in expanding this program to many more children as Alabama works towards becoming not only the best, but the largest program in the nation.
Please contact your representatives and let them know you support the expansion of this excellent program.
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