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Central Texas Welcomes New U.S. Citizen
A Central Texas woman who was born in India, raised in Singapore and educated in Australia will celebrate her first Thanksgiving as a U.S. citizen next week.
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(November 21, 2008)—Ruby Carroll, who was born in India, raised in Singapore and educated in Australia, celebrates her first Thanksgiving as a U.S. citizen next week.

She immigrated to the U.S. 14 years ago, and this week in a ceremony in Waco, Federal Magistrate Jeffrey C. Manske swore her in as a naturalized citizen while two soldiers from Fort Hood’s 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division held as a backdrop an American Flag that flew over the U.S. Capitol.

After the ceremony, the soldiers folded the flag and presented it to Carroll, who lives in McGregor with her husband Dan, who often serves as a language interpreter in federal court proceedings.

The ceremony was held a month after she passed the final written examination in San Antonio with a perfect score.

“Ruby, you are the kind of person this nation was built upon and we are privileged to welcome you aboard,” Manske said.

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Posted by: russ roach Location: nashville on Dec 1, 2008 at 01:56 PM

I am amazed at every person who endures this process. Way to go Ruby! And Dan, what a marvelous story this is. Blessings to you both!
Posted by: Mattie Mullins Location: Johnson City, TN on Nov 26, 2008 at 03:06 PM

Ruby, We are so proud of you. We think this action in your life is certainly grounds for recognition. Thank you for working so hard to become 'one of us'. We are happy you are a big part of our wonderful Carroll family. Mattie and Kelver
Posted by: Mom Carroll Location: Waco, TX on Nov 26, 2008 at 07:06 AM

Ruby, you are a valued member of our family. Now you are 100% American Citizen. We congratulate you for the example you have set to countless others. We love you. Mom and Dad Carroll
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