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

            House Resolution No. 319.

            A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Joseph Ingram Jackson, former member of the House of Representatives.

            Whereas, It is with great respect for the manner in which he served our state and this legislative body that we extend this expression of respect to mark the passing of Joseph Ingram Jackson, a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1955 to 1962.  We offer our condolences to his family as we mark his contributions to the legislative process and the development of our state; and

            Whereas, Born in London, Ontario, in 1906, Joseph Jackson came to Detroit in 1925 and learned the tool and die trade.  He became actively involved in community groups and organized labor, becoming an official with his local in the UAW.  From this start, he devoted himself to civic affairs in Highland Park and to the real estate profession.  In 1954, he was elected to the first of his four consecutive terms in the Michigan House of Representatives.  Mr. Jackson, who was thought to be the oldest living former Michigan lawmaker before his passing, served our state during the governorship of G. Mennen Williams, at a time when Michigan was adjusting to the challenges of the post war boom; and

            Whereas, As a member of the House, Mr. Jackson contributed to the work of several committees, including those dealing with conservation, education, local government, and various state institutions.  Following his work as a lawmaker, Mr. Jackson went on to create a successful business in Oakland County and to exhibit the energy and compassion that earned him honors and which marked his entire life; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of our highest tribute to honor the memory of Joseph Ingram Jackson, who served as a member of this legislative body with great distinction from 1955 to 1962; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the Jackson family as evidence of our condolences and gratitude for his service to our state.