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Clerk of Courts Director Iva Turner (left) and Clerk of Court-Elect Stacy Butterfield go over one last time the presentation that will dedicate the Richard M.Weiss Clerks of the Court Gallery.

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Polk County Tax Collector Joe G. Tedder had the honor of making the opening remarks that began the dedication ceremony honoring retiring Clerk of the Court Richard M. Weiss.

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Lloyd Harris, Chairman of the Polk County Historical Commission, told about the history of what is now the Polk County History Center when it was the county court house.

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It was a long day for granddaughter Ellery Weiss, and what better place to rest one's head but on Grandma Maxine Weiss' lap. The dedication ceremony naming the Richard M. Weiss Clerks of the Court Gallery was the second tribute paid him on Friday, Jan. 4.

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Richard M. Weiss looks upon the bronze plaque informing anyone who enters the room they have entered the Clerks of the Court Gallery. The room served as Weiss' office when what is now the Polk County History Center was the county courthouse.

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Polk County Tax Collector Joe G. Tedder had the honor of making the opening remarks that began the dedication ceremony honoring retiring Clerk of the Court Richard M. Weiss.

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After being "roasted" as well as paid homage, Richard Weiss thanked everyone for attending. In addition, he thanked everyone who made it a joy to come into work everyday.