SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 37
(By Senator Chafin)
Recognizing the accomplishments of Charlotte Sanders, longtime
writer for the Williamson Daily News and distinguished West
Virginian.
Whereas, Charlotte Oliver Sanders was born in Williamson,
Mingo County, in 1921; and
Whereas, Charlotte Oliver Sanders was married to her beloved
husband of 38 years, the late James "Doc" Sanders; and
Whereas, Charlotte and James "Doc" Sanders shared the joy of
having two sons, Terry Sanders of Williamson, Mingo County, and
James Sanders of Lexington, Kentucky; and
Whereas, Charlotte Sanders began her career as a writer with
the Williamson Daily News in 1943. Sixty-two years later, she
still serves as the senior writer and historian for the Williamson
Daily News; and
Whereas, Charlotte Sanders has been honored by both the West
Virginia Press Association and the Kentucky Press Association and
has won a myriad of awards for her outstanding work in feature
writing, columns and news; and
Whereas, Charlotte Sanders wrote a special section for the
newspaper on the historic Hatfield and McCoy feud; and
Whereas, At the age of 84, Charlotte Sanders continues to
perform her duties as a writer showcasing Mingo County and West
Virginia; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby recognizes the accomplishments of
Charlotte Sanders, longtime writer for the Williamson Daily News
and distinguished West Virginian; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Senate acknowledges the many
contributions made by Charlotte Sanders to Mingo County and the
State of West Virginia over the past six decades as a respected
reporter and writer; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to Charlotte Sanders.
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