§147‑19. To appoint a day of thanksgiving.
The Governor is directed toset apart a day in every year, and by proclamation give notice thereof, as aday of solemn and public thanksgiving to Almighty God for past blessings and ofsupplication for His continued kindness and care over us as a State and anation. (1868‑9, c. 270, s. 39; Code, s. 3334; Rev., s.5333; C.S., s. 7641.)