LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Ralph Goldsmith upon the occasion
of celebrating his 100th Birthday

WHEREAS, Senior citizens bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to
the increasingly active roles they play in today's society; their past
contributions and future participation are a vital part of, and valuable
asset to, the fabric of community life and activity; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Ralph
Goldsmith upon the occasion of celebrating his 100th Birthday; this most
auspicious occasion was observed at a ceremony at Stony Point Town Hall
during the ceremony for the Annual Memorial Day Parade; and
WHEREAS, Ralph Goldsmith was born on July 25, 1912, in Stony Point,
New York; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Stony Point High School, Ralph Goldsmith took
business courses after high school and eventually began working in New
York City as a messenger for International Telephone and Telegraph where
he was employed for 21 years; and
WHEREAS, When the West Shore railroad ended commuter services, Ralph
Goldsmith took a job with Provan Transportation working in their comp-
trollers offices and traveling many states; and
WHEREAS, Ralph Goldsmith retired from Provan Transportation in 1978;
upon retirement, he and his late wife, Rebecca, enjoyed traveling
together for many years, visiting the capitals of 12 countries; and
WHEREAS, A World War II veteran, Ralph Goldsmith honorably served his
country as a member of the United States Navy, serving on cargo vessels
and traveling thousands of miles in the Pacific during the war; and
WHEREAS, This exceptional centenarian, with his zest for life, has
inspired and enhanced the lives of his family and friends; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished man has experienced the incredible joys
and sorrows characteristic of and reserved for those with the stamina
and courage to savor a full life; and
WHEREAS, This beloved man has enriched the lives of those around him
through his joyous and sincere love for others and through the quiescent
charm and wisdom which comes only from a fullness of years; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those who have reached such a remarkable age and who have witnessed
and celebrated the innovations, cultural developments and awesome
achievements of this country during the last century, while themselves
contributing to the growth and excellence of this great Empire State;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Ralph Goldsmith upon the occasion of his 100th Birthday;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Ralph Goldsmith.