E1478 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 20, 2019 two constituents from San Juan Capistrano, as sota premieres including Come From Away, West Side Leadership Academy on Friday, my Constituents of the Month for April. based on the events that took place in New- November 29, 2019, and Saturday, November Each month, I recognize constituents who foundland on September 11, 2001 and the 30, 2019. have gone above and beyond to help their days after, as well as the critically-acclaimed The Lakeshore Classic aims to support the neighbors, give back to their community, and production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musi- education and guidance of the youth of our make the country stronger. As co-founders of cal, detailing the life and career of the iconic communities to positive paths, actions, and a non-profit that provides under-served and at- songwriter. They are also thrilled to present endeavors. The Gary Chamber of Commerce risk youth with outdoor recreational activities, returning favorites Les Mise´rables and The has invited Mr. Kenny Lofton, an East Chicago there is no question that Eric and David are Book of Mormon. native and retired Major League Baseball deserving of this recognition. Furthermore, the Van Wezel Performing (MLB) player, to be the keynote speaker for The brothers’ non-profit, Great Opportuni- Arts Hall is implementing its 2nd National En- ties, has served over 3000 young people in dowment for the Arts Grant to bring arts inte- the event. Born and raised in East Chicago, my district, mainly coming from San Juan gration to schools. This is done through Mr. Lofton graduated from Washington High Capistrano’s geographically identified gang in- Schooltime Performances, teacher training, School and was an all-state basketball player. duction zones where kids are most at-risk of classroom workshops, and family workshops Following high school, Kenny accepted a bas- being drawn toward gang activity. Organiza- that serve over 30,000 students, teachers, and ketball scholarship to the University of Ari- tions like theirs play a critical role in gener- family members each year. zona, where his unprecedented skills led his ating opportunity in socioeconomically dis- The Van Wezel has a long tradition of en- teammates and coaches to believe that he advantaged communities, and I am extremely riching the community and supporting arts was able to play any professional sport. Dur- grateful for the services they provide. education. I appreciate this opportunity to help ing Mr. Lofton’s junior year, he joined the Uni- Eric and David provide kids in my district commemorate its 50th anniversary. versity of Arizona baseball team. Kenny’s with more than just recreational activities— f speed and potential were widely recognized they are providing experiences that will help by baseball scouts, and he was soon drafted kids develop leadership and problem-solving RECOGNIZING THOMAS STRAUGH in the 17th round of the 1988 MLB draft. Dur- skills, which will serve them well throughout FOR THE 2019 MONTANA CON- ing his outstanding major league career, he their lives. I believe we must do more at the GRESSIONAL VETERAN COM- played on several different teams and was a local, state, and federal to support organiza- MENDATION six-time All-Star and four-time Gold Glove tions like theirs that provide under-served Award winner. Mr. Lofton was also inducted youth with the skills they need to succeed in HON. GREG GIANFORTE into the Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame and life, and that will continue to be one of my pri- OF MONTANA the Negro League Baseball Museum Hall of orities. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Game. In addition, he is one of only two men I am proud to recognize Eric and David as Wednesday, November 20, 2019 that played in a college basketball Final Four my constituents of the month for April, and I and an MLB World Series. In 2007, Mr. Lofton am deeply grateful for everything they do to Mr. GIANFORTE. Madam Speaker, I rise retired from his seventeen-year MLB career, give back to our community. today to recognize Thomas Straugh of Dillon and for his hard work and determination, he is f for the Montana Congressional Veteran Com- to be commended. mendation for his service and leadership in his VAN WEZEL 50TH ANNIVERSARY community. Upon retirement, Mr. Lofton created his own COMMEMORATION Mr. Straugh served with the U.S. Navy for film company, FilmPool, Inc., a full-service 30 years and served in Vietnam. Mr. Straugh production company with a mission to bring di- HON. VERN BUCHANAN received many commendations during his time versity to the screen. He is also a board mem- ber for the Still Got Game Foundation, a not- OF FLORIDA in the Navy, including the Vietnam Service for-profit organization for former professional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ribbon and the National Defense Ribbon. Mr. Straugh is a known leader in his com- athletes and philanthropic individuals that pro- Wednesday, November 20, 2019 munity. He served on the city council and mul- vides charitable resources in promotion of so- Mr. BUCHANAN. Madam Speaker, I rise tiple committees to improve the community, cial change in our local communities and today to congratulate the Van Wezel Per- such as the site selection committee for the throughout the world. Recently, Mr. Lofton pre- forming Arts Hall as it prepares to celebrate its Veteran Home in Butte. Mr. Straugh is active sented the Cleveland schools with $15,000 50th Anniversary. in the American Legion, serving as Com- from the foundation and his celebrity poker An architectural landmark and a cultural mander and Vice Commander during his time. tournament. Kenny Lofton’s contributions to treasure, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Additionally, Mr. Straugh volunteered his time the youth of our communities and his support was built on Sarasota Bay in 1968 and 1969 driving with DAV van and logged more than for positive social reform will have an unforget- and dedicated to the City of Sarasota on Jan- 7,500 hours. table impact for generations to come. uary 5, 1970. I ask my colleagues to join me today in At this time, I would like to recognize the Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s son-in- commending Thomas Straugh for his service schools participating in the Lakeshore Classic law, architect William Wesley Peters and in- to our country and his leadership in the com- basketball tournament. These schools are spired by a seashell found by Wright’s widow munity. dedicated to positively impacting Northwest In- Olgivanna near the Sea of Japan, the Van f diana through academic excellence and Wezel is the world’s only purple seashell- RECOGNIZING THE GARY CHAM- sportsmanship, and they are successful in shaped theater. their efforts. The participating schools include A true pioneer in the cultural development of BER OF COMMERCE’S 12TH AN- West Side Leadership Academy of Gary, John Sarasota, the Van Wezel has a history of pre- NUAL LAKESHORE CLASSIC Marshall Metropolitan High School of Chicago, senting spectacular Broadway musicals, na- Thea Bowman Leadership Academy of Gary, tional and international performers, popular co- HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY East Chicago Central High School, George medians and a compelling mix of classical OF INDIANA Washington High School of Indianapolis, 21st productions. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Century Charter High School of Gary, and Some of the stars that have visited the the- Charles Tindley Accelerated High School of atre throughout the years include Lucille Ball, Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Indianapolis. Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, Van Cliburn, Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, it is with Liberace, Luciano Pavarotti, Josh Groban, great admiration that I recognize the Gary Madam Speaker, at this time, I ask that you Carol Burnett, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Hall & Chamber of Commerce as the organization and my other distinguished colleagues join me Oates, Tony Bennett, Dolly Parton, Jay Leno, celebrates the 12th annual Lakeshore Classic in recognizing the Gary Chamber of Com- Steve Martin and Martin Short, Ringo Starr, basketball invitational. In observance of this merce, the organizers and sponsors of the Renee Fleming, Vladimir Horowitz, John Leg- special event, the Gary Chamber of Com- 12th annual Lakeshore Classic, and the de- end, Sheryl Crow, Red Skelton, Count Basie merce will host a celebratory corporate lunch- voted volunteers who make this event pos- and many more. eon at the Majestic Star Casino Event Center sible. Their influence, passion, and dedication The Van Wezel’s powerhouse 2019 through in Gary, Indiana, on Tuesday, November 26, to our youth in Northwest Indiana are truly 2020 Broadway season features seven Sara- 2019, followed by the basketball invitational at commendable.

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Fur- vember 20th. thermore, this is the second time the Warriors Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Madam Speaker, it’s my honor to congratu- of Immaculate Heart have been named a Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, late the Daily Globe in Ironwood for its 100 prestigious Blue Ribbon school, achieving this I rise today to celebrate the life and military years of success, community growth, and designation also in 2005. Under the guidance service of Colonel Bobby Towery, Jr., who service to the people of the Upper Peninsula. of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis and the passed away on October 26 at the age of 59. On behalf of my constituents, I wish it all the leadership of Principal Ronda Swartz, Immac- Colonel Towery answered the call to serve best as it ventures into the future. ulate Heart has become a beacon of edu- our great nation with the United States Army f cational excellence. in 1983 from the University of Mississippi Immaculate Heart of Mary School is com- Army ROTC. He retired as a Colonel after 30 CONGRATULATING FATIMA HIGH mitted to providing a nurturing environment for years of active duty service. Colonel Towery SCHOOL’S CROSS COUNTRY the intellectual, physical, and social develop- married his wife, Lisa, in 1984, and together TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2019 ment of each child. As a Catholic institution it they lived in 19 different homes before settling CLASS II STATE CHAMPIONSHIP has been the mission of the Immaculate Heart in Oxford, Mississippi, after his retirement. of Mary School to provide an exceptional aca- Colonel Towery set an example of faith for HON. BLAINE LUETKEMEYER demic experience grounded in making God his family to follow. He was an active member OF MISSOURI known, loved and served. This commitment to the well-being and development of the student of St. Peters Episcopal Church in Oxford, Mis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sissippi, serving as an acolyte, Chair of the body is led by a dynamic staff of teachers, Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Stewardship Committee, and head of ushers. working to shape the future through the lives Colonel Towery was also an active volunteer Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Madam Speaker, I they are positively influencing in their class- in his community, from sports coaching to rise today to ask my colleagues to join me in rooms daily. The dedicated staff at Immacu- booster clubs. He also had a passion for fit- congratulating the Fatima Comets cross coun- late Heart engages students in meaningful ness and enjoyed spending time outdoors with try team for winning both the boys and girls educational tasks that promote thinking and his family and friends. 2019 Missouri Class II State title. reasoning and it is because of their hard work Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Lisa This is the Fatima High School girls’ sixth that Immaculate Heart of Mary School has Carver Towery of Southaven, Mississippi; his state championship and the boys’ second been deservedly honored with this Blue Rib- two sons, Captain Patrick Towery of Fort Car- state championship in the history of their cross bon Award. son, Colorado and Nathan Towery; as well as country program. This team and Coach Marc As an advocate for education and youth, I many friends and extended family members. Bridges should be commended for their hard want to acknowledge how important it is to our Colonel Bobby Towery’s life was one of work throughout this past year and for bringing nation’s future to encourage and raise a new service, grace, love for his family, and commu- home the state title to their school and com- generation of Americans who have the skills nity. He will be greatly missed by all whom he munity. and knowledge to succeed both in and out of encountered. Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in the classroom. Students like those at Immacu- late Heart give me hope that we will accom- f recognizing the Fatima Comets cross country team for a job well done. plish this vital mission. Their outstanding work CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNI- f is an inspiration to students, educators, and VERSARY OF THE DAILY GLOBE parents across the nation. Once again, con- IN IRONWOOD, MICHIGAN CONGRATULATING IMMACULATE gratulations to Immaculate Heart of Mary HEART OF MARY SCHOOL School. I am very proud of them. HON. JACK BERGMAN f OF MICHIGAN HON. SUSAN W. BROOKS CONGRATULATING ALYSHA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF INDIANA BUTLER Wednesday, November 20, 2019 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it’s my Wednesday, November 20, 2019 HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON honor to recognize the Daily Globe in Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam Speaker, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Ironwood, Michigan, upon the occasion of its I rise today to congratulate an outstanding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 100th Anniversary. Through a century of com- school in my district that is being honored for Wednesday, November 20, 2019 munity investment and growth, the Daily Globe the second time as a National Blue Ribbon Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today has become an indispensable part of the School. It is a pleasure to congratulate Immac- to ask the House of Representatives to join Upper Peninsula. ulate Heart of Mary School in Indianapolis, In- me in congratulating Alysha Butler, a social Seeing the need for a daily newspaper in diana, in celebration of this special occasion. studies teacher at McKinley Technology High the Western Upper Peninsula, Frank E. Noyes The National Blue Ribbon designation, given School in the District of Columbia, for being founded the Globe Publishing Company in the by the United States Department of Education, named the 2019 National History Teacher of fall of 1919. The Daily Globe’s first edition was is awarded to both public and private schools the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of published on November 20th, 1919. Its head- across our great nation. Started by President American History. She was honored on Octo- line covered the tension between President Reagan and given annually since 1982, the ber 2, 2019, at the Yale Club in New York Woodrow Wilson and the Senate regarding award celebrates great American schools that City. the proposed League of Nations following achieve very high learning standards or are Butler is the first teacher in D.C. to be rec- World War I. In 1936, construction began on making significant improvements in the aca- ognized with this award. As a social studies its current location, under the leadership of demic achievements of their students. In my teacher, she brings history to life for her stu- Frank’s son, Linwood. Over its century of op- district and across the country, the award rec- dents and challenges herself to bring them the erations, the Daily Globe would grow to be the ognizes the great educators, students, and untold stories of the past. As the grand- local institution it is today. parents who have worked so hard to ensure daughter of a World War II veteran and Baha- In addition to their daily publications, the our children reach their full potential and mian immigrant, she recognized the absence Daily Globe publishes two annual visitors achieve academic success. of stories like her family’s in public education. guides, sports previews, home improvement For all of these reasons and many more, I She works to bring these voices and stories guides, and other specialty pieces. They have am very proud that Immaculate Heart of Mary into the classroom each day. also found success in the 21st century, with a School is receiving this prestigious designa- Butler is known to teach history through art large online presence and daily updates to its tion. It is a wonderful acknowledgement of the and storytelling, and frequently uses the Dis- website and social media. They provide a crit- school’s commitment to providing young Hoo- trict itself as an educational resource. By tak- ical service to the people of Gogebic and siers an exceptional education. While hun- ing her students on trips around D.C., which

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