The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 387.

            A resolution offered as a memorial for Harry Alexander McDonald, former member of the House of Representatives.

            Whereas, It is with great respect for his contributions to our state and nation that we pause in our deliberations to mark the passing of Harry Alexander McDonald, who served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives in 1947 and 1948. Recalling his commitment to others in many ways provides an example of unselfishness and  devotion to the highest standards of citizenship; and

            Whereas, Born in Cleveland and raised in Detroit, H. Alexander McDonald was a member of the "Greatest Generation," which grew to maturity and leadership during some of America's most challenging times. Within a few weeks of his graduation from Amherst College in Massachusetts, he joined the Navy in 1942 and went on to serve nearly two years in Europe, becoming a captain of an LST amphibious craft. Upon his return to civilian life, Mr. McDonald began his career in business; and

            Whereas, As was evident in his service as a State Representative for the 1947-48 legislature, Mr. McDonald's sense of duty remained strong. Michigan's adjustment to the realities of the post-war era clearly benefited from the experiences of this patriot and his colleagues. His subsequent contributions as a long-time business leader in investment banking in the Detroit area reflected the manner in which his life benefited Michigan; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of our respect to honor the memory of Harry Alexander McDonald, who served in this legislative body in 1947 and 1948; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the McDonald family as evidence of our respect for his memory.