WHEREAS, a vacancy exists in the office of Chester County Coroner as a result of the death of Watson Wright; and

WHEREAS, the Governor of the State of South Carolina is authorized to appoint a Coroner in the event of a vacancy pursuant to Sections 17-5-50 and 4-11-20 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, as amended; and

WHEREAS, Terry Dwight Tinker residing at 108 Abell Street, Chester, South Carolina 29706, is a fit and proper person to serve as Chester County Coroner.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and Statutes of this State, I hereby appoint Terry Dwight Tinker as Coroner of Chester County until the next general election for this office and until his successor shall qualify. This appointment shall be effective immediately.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND THE GREAT SEAL OF THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, THIS 10th DAY OF JUNE, 2005.

MARK SANFORD
Governor

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