LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Court
Madonna No.114, Catholic Daughters of the Americas

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend illustrious
organizations of the State of New York whose worthy endeavors have a
substantial impact on the quality of life in their communities; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 100th Anniversary of Court Madonna No. 114, Catholic Daughters
of the Americas; and
WHEREAS, From its inception 100 years ago, Court Madonna No. 114,
Catholic Daughters of the Americas has grown, developed and become a
valued court within the national organization; it is an organization in
the City of Port Jervis, New York, that has been very active in its
community; and
WHEREAS, Under the Banner of Unity and Charity, which is Court Madonna
No. 114's motto, the members of the organization have volunteered their
services and have given financial assistance to all causes; the most
recent project was the work in conjunction with Habitat for Humanity in
building a home for a deserving family in Port Jervis; and
WHEREAS, Organized in St. Mary's Parish on July 18, 1909, Court Madon-
na No. 114 is part of the largest organization of Catholic women in the
Americas; its mission is to strive to embrace the principle of faith
through love in the promotion of justice, equality, the advancement of
human rights and human dignity for all; the Catholic Daughters have
built seven Habitat for Humanity homes in New Jersey, New York, Louisia-
na, Minnesota, Oklahoma and California; and
WHEREAS, Organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments merit
the recognition and appreciation of this Legislative Body and the people
of the State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Court Madonna No.114, Catholic
Daughters of the Americas; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Barbara Drew, Regent, Court Madonna No.114, Catholic Daugh-
ters of the Americas.