WHEREAS, a vacancy exists in the office of Aiken County Coroner as a result of the death of Sue Townsend; 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 14-11-20 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, as amended; and

WHEREAS, Robert Clinton Haythorn residing at 106 Baldcypress Court, Aiken, South Carolina 29803, is a fit and proper person to serve as Aiken County Coroner.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and Statutes of this State, I hereby appoint Robert Clinton Haythorn as Coroner of Aiken 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 20th DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2004.

MARK SANFORD
Governor

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