April 7, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E557 CELEBRATING SAN MATEO COUN- always possessed a reputation as an ‘‘open HONORING THE MONMOUTH UNI- TY’S SESQUICENTENNIAL ANNI- city,’’ but for many years it was common VERSITY ‘‘HAWKS’’ FOR AN OUT- VERSARY knowledge that if you were unable to get away STANDING NCAA EFFORT with something in all you had HON. TOM LANTOS to do was cross over the county line. Exam- HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. OF ples of such activities included gambling, pros- OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES titution and dueling. Although outlawed every- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, April 6, 2006 where in California, dueling continued to exist Thursday, April 6, 2006 Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great in San Mateo County and Daly City was the Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to pride that I rise to celebrate the sesquicenten- location of a duel that resulted in the death of recognize the outstanding achievement of the nial anniversary of San Mateo County, Cali- United States Senator David Broderick. By the Monmouth University ‘‘Hawks’’ this year in be- fornia, a county which I proudly represent, turn of the century prize fighting and horse coming the first men’s basketball team in the along with my good friend Anna Eshoo in the racing, now illegal in San Francisco, were also college’s history to win a National Collegiate United States House of Representatives. commonly occurring in San Mateo County and Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament game. Much of the history of San Mateo County the historic Bay Meadows Race Track was This accomplishment also gives me the op- can be derived from its unique founding. The opened in 1934. During the era of Prohibition portunity to highlight Monmouth University—an county was not one of the original counties educational institution that has experienced the prolific bootlegging operations run out of created when California was granted State- dramatic growth in recent years, enticing stu- hood in 1850, but instead came about as a the County prompted one gangster to declare dents from across the country and around the political compromise. Originally part of San San Mateo the most corrupt county in Cali- world to take advantage of its innovative aca- Francisco County, a group of progressively fornia. demic programs. minded citizens, fed up with corruption in San Mr. Speaker, despite the examples of law- The Hawk’s trip to the NCAA was launched Francisco, decided that it would be easier to lessness, San Mateo County remained a on March 8 when they defeated Fairleigh clean up one government rather than two and sleepy suburb of bustling San Francisco until Dickinson and won the college’s fourth North- proposed merging the San Francisco County America entered World War II. Like so many east Conference Tournament and an invitation and City governments. However, those op- to the NCAA Tournament. The Hawk’s then other towns and areas of the country, the posed to this plan were also politically strong were assigned to play their televised, 2006 and at the end the day a compromise was need for components for the war machine NCAA Opening Round play-in game against agreed upon—that the San Francisco govern- revved up San Mateo County’s economic en- Hampton, which had won the Mid-East Athletic ments would be consolidated but it would be- gine as factories sprang up to produce nec- Conference tournament championship. come two counties. essary electronic parts. Coupled with the As recounted by Ed Occhipinti, sports editor The newly constituted San Mateo County growth of firms such as EIMAC, Varian, Dalmo of the school paper, ‘‘A textbook display of was created from the most rural areas of San Victor and Ampex, was the expansion of ho- motion offense, backdoor cuts, accurate long- Francisco County and had a population of tels, warehouses and other supporting busi- distance shooting and a stifling match-up zone about 2500 people. While the progressives of ness. Perhaps the best example of the in- defense led to a dominant 71–49 win over San Francisco anticipated seizing control of creasing stature of San Mateo County can be Hampton. The country now knew what Hawks this more remote area to establish a clean seen in the fact that the airport in South San fans have known for years: their brand of bas- ethical government, their efforts were defeated ketball is effective, even if it lacks high-flying, Francisco, once dubbed a ‘‘mud hole’’ was by rampant ballot box stuffing and election show-time appeal and flair.’’ fraud in 1856. In an interesting turn of event, handling one-tenth of all air traffic in the A few days later, the Hawks, as the No. 16 two of the Judges who certified the election, United States by 1946. seed, faced a monumental challenge from John Johnson and Charles Clark, were them- Industrial growth brought an increase in Villanova, the Number 1 seed in the NCAA selves elected as two of the new county’s first population and by the end of World War II the tournament’s Minneapolis region. Even though supervisors. This group of criminals were run rural nature of San Mateo County passed into the Hawks were able to cut Villanova’s lead to out of town shortly after being elected when a oblivion. This once quiet community is now seven points in the last four minutes of the vigilante mob of 800 San Franciscans rose up home to some of the largest companies in the game, it was not enough to overcome to take revenge on James Casey for his Villanova’s legendary powerhouse team. While world, and a magnet for the computer soft- shooting of newspaper editor James King of the Hawks lost by a score of 58–45, they cer- William. After hanging Casey for shooting the ware and biotechnological industry. Mr. tainly achieved new levels of national recogni- popular editor, the mob turned south and his Speaker, even though San Mateo County is tion and respect for their performance. cronies who had infiltrated the County govern- now a major population and business hub, it CBS announcer Jim Nantz, as quoted in the ment fled San Mateo. continues to remain committed to the values school paper ‘‘Outlook,’’ stated: ‘‘The effort of Mr. Speaker, although this is the 150th anni- of open space that were present when the Monmouth is what makes March Madness versary of San Mateo County, the human then rural County was founded 150 years ago. what it is. (Coach) Dave Calloway did a tre- story of the land dates back much further and I am proud to have contributed to the County’s mendous job, and for the kids themselves, was home to numerous and varied cultures. commitment to environmental conservation by there was a dream. Today was a special day Recent archeology indicates that man lived on expanding the Golden Gate National Recre- for Monmouth, teams like that are what give the Peninsula as far back as 6500 years ago. ation Area to include extraordinary landscapes the tournament its charm.’’ When the first European settlers from Spain The players and coaching staff, under the such as , came in 1769, about 2000 native Californians direction of Dave Calloway, as well as the en- called the Peninsula home. These Spanish and Sweeney Ridge. By designating these tire university community, are to be heartily conquistadors quickly colonized the area beautiful tracts of land as part of our national congratulated for this great performance. bringing their Catholic faith with them. park and protecting them from development, f Before the Gold Rush of 1848, a number of we are able to maintain a connection to the Americans and other foreigners inhabited the rural heritage of San Mateo. RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- southern hills of San Mateo working in a fledg- TIONS OF CENTRAL OHIOANS TO Mr. Speaker, San Mateo County’s history ling logging industry or at the port that was THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF HONDA quickly expanding in Redwood City. Despite during the past 150 years has certainly been IN 2006 the fact that these industries continued to colorful and storied and serves as an impor- grow with the discovery of Gold in northern tant bridge to a limitless and bright future. I HON. DEBORAH PRYCE California, the County remained a lightly popu- urge all of my colleagues to join me in recog- OF OHIO lated and mostly rural community for the re- nizing this significant milestone, the celebra- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mainder of the 19th Century. tion of the 150th Anniversary of San Mateo Thursday, April 6, 2006 It was this rural nature of San Mateo County County in California. that made it a place where certain activities Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise could take place that were not permissible in today to congratulate some of the men and San Francisco. Although San Francisco has women who live in my Congressional district

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Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I sa- Motor Trend Car and Truck of the Year. This To this day, the Sudanese government in lute the MCJROTC students at Basic High is the first time that a single brand has won the north is continuing to attempt to ‘‘ethnically School. both awards from Motor Trend in the same cleanse’’ this area of its Christian population. f year. These serious violations of international Significantly, the Civic Coupe, Civic Si and human rights and law—not to mention, plain IN HONOR OF JOHNNY RYE, SR. Ridgeline vehicles were researched, designed human decency—must be stopped. and developed at Honda R&D of the Americas The rest of the world must put pressure on HON. MARION BERRY with 10 facilities located across the United the individuals and institutions involved to put OF ARKANSAS States. The major development facility is lo- an immediate end to these crimes without re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cated in Raymond, Ohio in my 15th Congres- gard to their economic or political interests in sional district. This facility employs approxi- the area. Human life must be the guiding fac- Thursday, April 6, 2006 mately 1,000 U.S. associates and handles a tor. Mr. BERRY. Mr. Speaker, I rise here today variety of engineering, design, vehicle. fabrica- I applaud the efforts of my colleagues, to pay tribute to Johnny Rye, Sr., of Poinsett tion and testing responsibilities. CHRIS SMITH and DONALD PAYNE, both of County, Arkansas, a great friend, and some- In addition, at the 2006 Detroit International whom are from my home state of New Jersey. one who has made countless contributions to Auto Show, the Civic lineup and Ridgeline I also thank Chairman HYDE for his tireless ef- his community. were awarded the 2006 ‘‘North American Car forts on this legislation as well and ask that all Johnny was born into a sharecropping fam- and Truck of the Year’’. The winners of these of my colleagues support H.R. 3127, the ily on September 2, 1924, in Smithville, Mis- awards are selected by 49 full-time automotive Darfur Peace and Accountability Act. sissippi but moved to Arkansas just 8 years journalists from the United States and Can- f later. After finishing school, Johnny started his ada. Winners are chosen based on a mul- own grocery business in the Black Oak Com- IN RECOGNITION OF BASIC HIGH titude of factors including innovation, design, munity. He has operated that grocery for more SCHOOL’S MARINE CORPS JROTC safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value than 50 years, making it the oldest grocery PROGRAM AND PARTICIPANTS for the money. Once again, this is the first business in all of Poinsett County. time a single brand has won both awards in In addition to being a great businessman, the same year. HON. JON C. PORTER Johnny is an active member of his community. These achievements reflect a very signifi- OF NEVADA He is known for his generosity to many local cant maturation of Honda’s operations in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES charities, and has been a member of the America and the meaning of American work- Thursday, April 6, 2006 Marked Tree Church of God since 1946. He ers, and specifically Ohioans, to Honda itself. Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to has also taken the time to get involved in civic Today, nearly 30 percent of the Honda and honor the contributions of a special group of activities, serving as a delegate to the Demo- Acura vehicles sold in the U.S. in 2005 were high school students in Henderson, Nevada, cratic State Convention and helping Bill Clin- researched, designed and developed in Amer- the members of Basic High School’s Marine ton win Poinsett County in his 1982 race for ica. Honda currently employs approximately Corps JROTC. Governor. 15,000 associates in Ohio and its investment Basic’s JROTC unit was activated in 1977 Johnny Rye and his wife, Maxine Branch includes five manufacturing plants that and is one of over 200 plus units sponsored Rye, have two sons, Johnny Rye, Jr., the As- produce automobiles, light trucks, motorcycles, by the United States Marine Corps. Basic’s sessor of Poinsett County, and Randy Rye engines and transmissions. Honda utilizes MCJROTC has been designed as a ‘‘Naval who works for the family business. They also more than 160 parts suppliers from the ‘‘Buck- Honor School’’ 14 times and has received have one granddaughter, Robin Rye who is eye State’’ to produce these vehicles and their state and national recognition and honors. The studying to be a nursing major at the Univer- components—further signifying the relationship Senior Marine Instructor and Marine Instruc- sity of Central Arkansas. between Honda and the Ohio worker. tors are retired Marines with over 80 years of I ask my colleagues in the U.S. House of I want to offer my congratulations to the as- combined military service and 30 years at Representatives to join me today in recog- sociates of Honda in Ohio and especially Basic High School. nizing Johnny Rye, Sr. for his significant con- those in Raymond, Ohio at Honda R&D of the The mission of the MCJROTC is to develop tributions to eastern Arkansas. He is a great Americas on receipt of these four awards. I young leaders and responsible citizens with friend, a great businessman, and a great appreciate the House allowing me to bring this respect for constituted authority, to help indi- American. matter to its attention. viduals strengthen character and form habits f f of self discipline, and to learn the importance of national security in a democratic society. CARL ELLIOTT AND LISTER HILL: DARFUR PEACE AND TWO INDISPENSABLE GREAT AN- ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2006 Students that participate in the MCJROTC program at Basic learn self-discipline, self con- GELS FOR PUBLIC LIBRARIES SPEECH OF fidence, personal responsibility and build their HON. SCOTT GARRETT character. HON. MAJOR R. OWENS Basic’s MCJROTC students participated in OF NEW YORK OF NEW JERSEY the Western United States National Drill Meet IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on April 1, 2006 and were deemed the overall Thursday, April 6, 2006 Wednesday, April 5, 2006 winner for the West Coast. Other awards Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, earned included: 1st place in Armed Inspec- Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, on Friday, April I rise today to voice my strong support for tion; 2nd place in Unarmed Inspection; 1st 7, 2006, the University of Alabama School of H.R. 3127, the Darfur Peace and Account- place in 4 Person Unarmed; 5th place for 4 Library and Information Studies and the Uni- ability Act, of which I am a cosponsor. Person Unarmed; 3rd place in Unarmed In- versity Libraries will conduct a Library Serv- This Act authorizes the President to offer spection; 2nd place for Color Guard Regula- ices Act 50th Anniversary Program honoring further assistance to the African Union Mission tion; 1st place for 4 Person Armed; 1st place Congressman Carl Elliott and Senator Lister in Sudan to protect civilians and humanitarian in Unarmed Exhibition; 2nd place in Color Hill, two great legislators who were the first operations. It also provides the President the Guard Regulation; 4th place for 4 Person great federal advocates for the Library Serv- authority to impose sanctions on those individ- Armed; 2nd place for Armed Inspection; 3rd ices and the National Defense Education Acts. uals who have committed acts of genocide place for Unarmed Exhibition; 4th place for As the only Librarian who has ever served in and calls on the international community to Color Guard Inspection; Outstanding Unarmed the Congress I was honored to be invited to contribute more aid to end this horrific crisis. Commander Cadet. speak at this commemoration; however, the The United States and our allies must do Basic’s MCJROTC students have won this scheduled vote on the budget prevented me whatever we can to help end the atrocities prestigious championship twice in the last 4 from attending. The following are a portion of

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