1999 Assembly Joint Resolution 114
ENROLLED JOINT RESOLUTION
Relating to: commending past and present members of the Friends of the State Historical Society on its 50th anniversary.
Whereas, in 1950, an enthusiastic and dynamic woman, Ruth DeYoung Kohler, had a strong belief in historic preservation and felt the need to instill interest in the cultural heritage of Wisconsin; and
Whereas, Ruth DeYoung Kohler organized the Woman's Auxiliary of the State Historical Society and encouraged its members to become active in the mission of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin; and
Whereas, the Woman's Auxiliary eventually became known under its current name, the Friends of the State Historical Society; and
Whereas, for the past 50 years, this organization of dedicated volunteers has assisted the State Historical Society of Wisconsin in the preservation, advancement and dissemination of information relevant to Wisconsin's proud history; and
Whereas, the men and women of this independent volunteer organization have generously supplemented the activities of the State Historical Society at a significant cost savings to Wisconsin taxpayers and have enhanced the lives of residents throughout the state; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the members of the legislature of the state of Wisconsin commend past and present members of the Friends of the State Historical Society on its 50th anniversary, and also commend that organization for its commitment to service on behalf of the people of Wisconsin; and, be it further
Resolved, That the assembly chief clerk shall provide copies of this joint resolution to the Friends of the State Historical Society.
