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This resolution recognizes and honors the Prince Hall Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, a fraternal organization established in 1850 that is open to both men and women of all religious beliefs. The resolution highlights the organization's significant charitable efforts in South Carolina, including scholarship funds, back-to-school drives, coat and food giveaways, health awareness walks, and community support activities. It notes that the organization was originally organized by Dr. Charles Catlett Johnson and other Free and Accepted Masons, and has been led by seventeen Grand Worthy Matrons, with the current leader being Mary M. Ennis, and fifteen Grand Worthy Patrons, currently led by Brother Jermaine C. Nowline. The resolution officially recognizes the organization's dedication and commitment to serving the people of South Carolina and directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to the current Grand Worthy Matron and Grand Worthy Patron.

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