Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution Courtney-Spalding Chapter members Bunnie Bowen, Susan Unrein, Sherrie Smith and Judy Sherard with Hays Mayor Henry Schwaller.

Schwaller recently signed a proclamation declaring Sept. 17-23, 2019 as Constitution Week in the city of Hays.

The Courtney-Spalding Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was organized in April 1926 with members from Ellis, Russell, Trego and Ellsworth counties.

Its current goals stress membership growth, conservation, American history and Good Citizenship Awards to further the education and historic values of youth. The chapter focuses on U.S. flag presentations, supporting patriotism throughout the nation and supporting troops in Project Patriot.