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(SUGGESTED MAYORAL PROCLAMATION)
MAY 0 R A L
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GRANVILLE BROWN
(Mayor I s Name)
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
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WINTER SPRINGS
(C i ty)
PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING HALLOWEEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1973 *
AS "MEET IN TREAT" DAY (OR NIGHT)
WHEREAS, The children of WINTER SPRINGS are entitled to
the fun and festivity associated with the observance of Halloween
"treating" customs, that is, going from door-to-door in their
neighborhoods, displaying their costumes and requesting treats;
and
WHEREAS, This occasion also offers an opportunity for people in
our community to become better acquainted as children and their
parents make lltreating" rounds;
NOW, THEREFORE, I GRANVILLE BROWN , Mayor of WINTER SPRINGS,
do hereby proclaim that Halloween, Wednesday, October 31, 1973, shall
be known as "Meet IN Treat" Day (or Night) in WINTER SPRINGS
I ask that both parents and children make this an occasion to meet
their neighbors, particularly new residents of this community. I
also ask that both children and adults cooperate in I imiting the
time of IIMeet IN Treat" activities to the afternoon and ea.rly evening
hours. I further request that householders indicate their willingness
to welcome their neighbors by keeping their porch and exterior lights
on so that youngsters call at homes only so lighted. Finally, I
encourage the cooperation of all citizens, young and old, in making
this a happy and safe occasion for children and adults alike.
* An alternate date might be Tuesday, October 30, the day before
Halloween.