June 6, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1225 named to the NCAA All-Tournament Team viding hope and understanding in foster care In light of all Dr. Geraty has done for the and Blanchard, Assistant Captain Julie situations. I wish Heather continued success community of Riverside, including serving as Devereux, and Doyle earned All-American ac- in her efforts. the 2006–2007 Chairman of the Board, the colades. f Riverside Chambers of Commerce has named Of note, Doyle, a two-time All American Dr. Geraty their Citizen of the Year. Dr. TRIBUTE TO DR. LAWRENCE T. from Ogdensburg, New York, ended her colle- Geraty’s tireless passion for community serv- GERATY giate career with the Lady Cardinals with a ice, education and faith has contributed im- 50–4–3 record in 58 games and as the pro- mensely to the betterment of the community of gram’s all-time leader in winning percentage HON. KEN CALVERT Riverside, California. He has been the heart (.904), goals against average (1.26), and save OF CALIFORNIA and soul of many community organizations percentage (.936). She also is the Lady Car- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and events and I am proud to call him a fellow dinals’ single season-leader in victories (23), Wednesday, June 6, 2007 community member, American and friend. I games played (27), minutes played (1604.16), Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, I rise today know that many community members are saves (520), and save percentage (.937), all to honor and pay tribute to an individual grateful for his service and salute him as he of which she set during her junior year. whose dedication and contributions to the receives this prestigious award. The Lady Cardinals team also included community of Riverside, California are excep- f coaches Kevin Houle and Erin O’Brien as well tional. Riverside has been fortunate to have IN RECOGNITION OF BARBARA as the following players: Danielle Beattie, Lau- dynamic and dedicated community leaders ROMEY rie Bowler, Ainsley Brien, Elise Campbell, who willingly and unselfishly give their time Amber Ellis, Tiarra Garrow, Sandra Grant, and talent and make their communities a bet- Gina Kozar, Assistant Captain Keltie Jones, ter place to live and work. Dr. Geraty is one HON. MIKE ROGERS Tara Kahn, Kayla McDougall, Sam Menton, of these individuals. On June 7, 2007, he will OF ALABAMA Lesley Ann Mitchell, Stephanie Moberg, Cap- be honored as the Greater Riverside Cham- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tain Jessica Moreau, Claire O’Connor, Sarah bers of Commerce’s Citizen of the Year at a Wednesday, June 6, 2007 Samson, Sharis Smith, and Valen Timmons. celebration dinner. The Lady Cardinals completed the 2007 Dr. Larry Geraty has led an impressive and Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, season as the first NCAA all-Divisions interesting life. As a child he traveled with his I respectfully ask for the House’s attention undefeated women’s team with a record of missionary family who lived and worked in today to recognize the outstanding work of a 27–0–2 and just the fourth undefeated NCAA China, Burma, Hong Kong, Lebanon, England, constituent of mine, Mrs. Barbara Romey, who hockey team in history. They were ranked No. Germany, France, Israel, California, , was recently named an Outstanding History 1 in the U.S. College Hockey Online poll for and . After his young Educator by The History Channel for her com- the last 13 weeks, unanimous on 12 occa- travels, he obtained his bachelors degree from mitment to history and her students. sions, and set or tied NCAA Division III and went on to the Mrs. Romey teaches Social Studies at Cen- records for winning percentage (.966), home Theological Seminary at . tral High School in Phenix City, Alabama. She wins (18), and overall victories. Moreover, Larry served as a pastor before being invited is known for teaching history in a way that their coach, Kevin Houle, who has a 96–16– to join the Andrews Theological Seminary fac- helps students connect and engage with cur- 6 (.839) record in his four seasons at the ulty. He studied Hebrew Bible and biblical ar- rent national and local issues. Throughout her helm, won the 2007 NCAA Division III Wom- chaeology at Harvard where he earned his career, Mrs. Romey has helped shape her stu- en’s Ice Hockey Coach of the Year. Houle Doctor of Philosophy degree. Dr. Geraty then dents into successful and contributing mem- was also named the NCAA Division III Wom- returned to Andrews Theological Seminary as bers of the Phenix City community. en’s Ice Hockey Coach of the Year in 2006. Professor of Archaeology and History of Antiq- I congratulate Mrs. Romey for receiving this Madam Speaker, it is an honor to have the uity where he taught for 13 years. He also led award, for her commitment to excellence in opportunity to congratulate the Plattsburgh a series of major archaeological expeditions to teaching, and for her dedication to helping bet- State Lady Cardinals ice hockey team for their the Middle East. ter the lives of her students. accomplishments. Accordingly, I now ask my In his distinguished academic career, Dr. f colleagues to join me in recognizing the entire Geraty has received many honors including a TRIBUTE TO MARSHAL MIZE Lady Cardinals hockey team for their remark- Fulbright Fellowship and serving as advisor on able season. archaeology to former Crown Prince Hassan f of Jordan. Dr. Geraty has served as a leader HON. ZACH WAMP on several societies such as the Vice Presi- OF TENNESSEE PAYING TRIBUTE TO HEATHER dent of the American Center of Oriental Re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WILDER search in , Jordan. He has lectured all Wednesday, June 6, 2007 over the world and is a contributing author to HON. JON C. PORTER several publications. Mr. WAMP. Madam Speaker, I rise today to OF NEVADA In 1985, Dr. Geraty became President of the honor Mr. Marshal Mize from my hometown of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in South Lancaster, Chattanooga, Tennessee, as he retires from Massachusetts, where he earned the reputa- the Board of Directors of the Enterprise Cen- Wednesday, June 6, 2007 tion as a progressive academic administrator. ter. Mr. Mize has been an outstanding leader Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today For over 14 years, Dr. Geraty has served as in our business and civic communities. Now to honor Heather Wilder a recent recipient of President and Professor of Archeology at La that he will be devoting more time to his fam- the 12th annual Prudential Spirit of Community Sierra University in Riverside, California. Dur- ily, I want to take a moment to recognize his Award from Nevada in 2007. ing his time in Riverside, Dr. Geraty has be- tremendous accomplishments and thank him Heather Wilder is currently in the seventh come a staple of the community through his for all he has done in Chattanooga. grade at Ernest Becker Middle School. Heath- leadership and generosity. He served on sev- Marshal is a graduate of Georgia Southern er is being recognized for writing a series of eral boards including the Greater Riverside University and served his country honorably, 10 booklets to help foster children cope with Chambers of Commerce, United Way of the achieving the rank of Captain in the U.S. Air fear, anxiety, and uncertainty that often affect Inland Valleys, Mayors Higher Education/Busi- Force. After his military service, he went to foster children. These informative booklets are ness Council, Raincross Club, Monday Morn- work for the Ford Motor Company, eventually based on Heather’s own experiences in the ing Group, World Affairs Council of Inland starting his own dealership in Chattanooga foster services. She wrote the ‘‘ABCs’’ of fos- Southern California, Riverside Arts Council where he received countless awards for his ter care, and then with a grant from the City and the Riverside Youth Action Executive Pol- leadership in sales and customer service. Mr. of Las Vegas, she was able to print these icy Board. Mize is currently the president, chief manager booklets which were distributed to orphan- In 2000, Dr. Geraty received the P.E. and owner of Chandler LLC, a diversified com- ages, counseling centers, mental health hos- MacAllister Award for Excellence in Field pany with interest in land, commercial real es- pitals and the Department of Child and Family Archeology from the American Schools of Ori- tate, businesses and airplanes. Services. ental research, and in 2001, he received the Marshal has served in numerous civic en- Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Charles Elliott Weniger Award for Excellence deavors. His term as President of the Chat- Heather Wilder and her achievements in pro- at Pacific Union College. tanooga Rotary Club and member of the

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OF MICHIGAN displaced, it is crucial to cut off the supply of Marshal Mize is a shining example of integ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES war machinery which fuels the conflict. On my visit to China, I worked strenuously to convey rity, loyalty and outstanding leadership, and I Tuesday, June 5, 2007 am proud to recognize him today. that we all live together in the spirit of co- Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong operation and friendship. As the host of the f support of H. Res. 422, offered by my good 2008 Olympics, I know the Chinese hold this friend from California, Ms. LEE. This resolution belief and hope that they will continue to work TRIBUTE TO HENRY P. JONES III urges the People’s Republic of China to use together with the international community to its influence and economic leverage to stop end the violence in Darfur. the genocide in Darfur. HON. MARION BERRY I recently returned from a congressional del- f OF ARKANSAS egation to China. I understand Beijing’s unique PAYING TRIBUTE TO MOLLIE economic and diplomatic ability to pressure IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SINGER the Government of Sudan. For example, Wednesday, June 6, 2007 China has invested in Sudan’s oil industry and HON. JON C. PORTER Mr. BERRY. Madam Speaker, I rise here imports Sudan’s oil. China’s potential veto OF NEVADA today to pay tribute to a dear friend Henry P. power at the U.N. Security Council gives Jones III. Henry is the Past President and China important influence over the issue. Fi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CEO of the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of nally, as revealed in media reports, China pro- Wednesday, June 6, 2007 Commerce and has served the organization vides military assistance to Sudan. In light of Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today since January 1, 1981. these facts, China’s condemnation of the atrocities in Darfur is simply not enough. For to honor Mollie Singer a recent recipient of Under his leadership at the Chamber, years, despite strong condemnation from the 12th annual Prudential Spirit of Community Jonesboro has become Arkansas’ fastest international community, the Government of Award from Nevada in 2007. growing city and is home to more than 100 in- Sudan and its Janjaweed allies continue to Mollie Singer is currently a senior attending dustrial plants and facilities. Henry has been murder innocent civilians with impunity. Nevada State High School. At the age of 4, involved in organizational management for China must not only acknowledge and con- she was diagnosed with diabetes and now it over 45 years and was the driving force be- demn the atrocities in Darfur, it must cease all is her goal to vigorously raise money and pro- hind Jonesboro’s many economic successes. military arms and related sales to the Sudan. mote awareness of the disease. Each year Henry Jones has a long list of accomplish- During my trip to China, I was told that China Mollie organizes a team to participate in the ments and distinctions. He has been the past is taking numerous steps to press Sudan to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s president of the Arkansas Chamber of Com- resolve the crisis in Darfur and that the inter- Walk to Cure Diabetes, her efforts have raised merce Executives, the Arkansas Association national community should not link the 2008 over $100,000 for the foundation. Mollie also of Development Districts and the Economic Olympic Games with what is occurring in the organizes luncheons, picnics and other events Developers of Arkansas and is a past member Sudan. That is why I was startled to learn a to collect money for medical research. of the Board of the Arkansas State Chamber month ago of news reports claiming that arms In addition to her efforts on behalf of the Ju- of Commerce. In 1989, he was presented a were freely flowing from China to Sudan, in- venile Diabetes Research Foundation, Mollie Distinguished Service Award by the College of cluding reports of Chinese jet fighters in has educated the public by co-authoring a Business at ASU. In 1993, he was awarded a Darfur. For example, Amnesty International booklet called ‘‘The Road to a Cure’’, pro- Pioneer Award by the Economic Developers of has reported that Sudan imported $24 million duced a video diary, and made public an- Arkansas. In 2002, the EDA presented him worth of arms and ammunition, nearly $57 mil- nouncements. She has also formed a support with the Outstanding Economic Developer lion worth of parts and aircraft equipment, and group for those diagnosed with the disease. Award. In 2004, the ASU College of Business $2 million worth of parts for helicopters and For her efforts, Mollie will receive a $1,000 Alumni Association named him the Business aircraft from China. Such reports are definitely award along with a silver medallion and a trip Executive of the Year. more than the ‘‘limited’’ assistance that Chi- to Washington D.C. for her dedication to vol- Henry Jones has an impressive lifelong re- nese officials claim is taking place. unteering for this very worthy cause. sume dedicated to public service. I ask my fel- I understand that China has taken some Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Mollie low members of Congress to join me in recog- constructive steps and is deeply concerned Singer. Her efforts to raise awareness and find nizing Henry Jones III for his tremendous con- about what is occurring in Sudan. I applaud a cure for Diabetes are commendable. I wish tribution to Arkansas and our country. China’s efforts in using diplomatic means to Mollie continued success in her efforts.

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