October 19, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1427 committee volunteer member she inspired oth- Morehead City, North Carolina. During his Polo Festival, as it celebrates its 10th anniver- ers to find their best selves in order to help short tenure as a Combat Infantryman, PFC sary on October 20, 2018. those in need. Ms. Laddish has been an indis- Collins earned the following listed badge and As a celebration of culture and heritage, the pensable advocate for smoke-free, low-income medals: Combat Infantry Badge, Purple Heart Marco Polo festivities around New York City housing and was successful in getting many Medal, National Defense Medal, Vietnam remind us of the contributions of these two low-income properties to go smoke-free. Out- Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal. historical communities of immigrants and their side of her public advocacy, Ms. Laddish has A brave young man, words will never be able joint history. Through the story of Marco Polo been a volunteer at The Palms Playhouse in to express our gratitude. traversing the Silk Road, we can draw par- various capacities since 2001; she also volun- Upon the 50th year of the anniversary of his allels to New York City’s own vibrant history, teers writing for the Winters Express as an passing, I would like to recognize PFC Collins’ including the shared experiences of Chinese Entertainment Correspondent. Despite facing ultimate sacrifice to our great nation. PFC and Italian immigrants coming to the U.S. and a range of physical challenges, Ms. Laddish John Calvin Collins set an extraordinary exam- the establishment of a historic district cele- enjoys entertaining at local community events ple for all of us to follow through his service brating both cultures. as a member of the Crawdads, a local jazz and sacrifice, and I am so very proud of this Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- band ensemble. Playing such an involved role American. John Calvin Collins shall never be lating the Marco Polo Festival and its leader- in her community’s affairs has established her forgotten by those who knew him or the citi- ship, the Marco Polo Festival Committee and as a pillar of her community. Kate Laddish is zens of Morehead City. Two Bridges Neighborhood Council, on this generous, passionate, and dedicated to all the f special 10-year anniversary. These dedicated causes she devotes herself to. An inspiration individuals exemplify outstanding leadership to all who know her, Kate has a heart of serv- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 107TH through their public service to the community. ice and exemplifies all the qualities of a con- NATIONAL DAY OF TAIWAN I wish the Marco Polo Festival continued suc- summate community activist and devoted pub- cess in many more years of service. lic servant. HON. GEORGE HOLDING f f OF NORTH CAROLINA HONORING HEIDI SHELTON WITH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO PRIVATE FIRST CALIFORNIA’S THIRD DISTRICT CLASS (PFC) JOHN CALVIN COL- Friday, October 19, 2018 WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD LINS Mr. HOLDING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 107th National Day of Taiwan HON. JOHN GARAMENDI HON. WALTER B. JONES and its relationship with the United States. OF CALIFORNIA OF NORTH CAROLINA The United States and Taiwan have enjoyed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a prosperous relationship, with our two coun- Friday, October 19, 2018 tries working together in support of enhanced Friday, October 19, 2018 Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today security, trade, and economic prosperity. In to honor Heidi Shelton as woman of the year. Mr. JONES. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to rise 2017, Taiwan was ranked as the 11th largest She is a caring community advocate with a today to honor the life and legacy of Private trading partner of the United States and the passion for providing resources to those in First Class (PFC) John Calvin Collins, USA, 7th largest market for US agricultural products. need. As the co-owner of NorCal Assets Solu- who was the only Morehead City, North Caro- Numerous jobs in the United States are sup- tions, a business founded, owned, and oper- lina resident to be killed in action in the Viet- ported by investment from Taiwan affiliates ated by women, Ms. Shelton is integral to pro- nam War. and by exports of U.S. goods and services to viding seniors and families of the Yuba-Sutter John Calvin Collins was born to John and Taiwan. It is clear to me that, as we strength- area with information about a range of serv- Della Collins in Morehead City, NC on Novem- en our relationship with Taiwan, we succeed ices, from Medicare planning and long-term ber 14, 1948. He was a product of the public in advancing United States interests. care alternatives, to PG&E’s Medical program, school system and attended W.S. King High People-to-people ties between citizens of and safe retirement planning. Always willing to School up until his senior year. His final year, the United States and of Taiwan form an im- lend a helping hand, Ms. Shelton’s history of however, John was among the first African portant bond between the two nations. There service includes involvement with community Americans to integrate West Carteret High are about 150 sister cities between the United groups such as United Way, the Alzheimer’s School. An exceptional student athlete, he im- States and Taiwan, connecting our two soci- Association, the Alliance for Hispanic Ad- mediately received recognition in baseball and eties on a global level. In addition, travel for vancement, and the Salvation Army. She has lettered in football. In addition to athletics, he business and pleasure from Taiwan to the also worked with 14 Forward, an organization was a member of Boy Scouts, Troop #118, United States has increased 50 percent since that seeks to assist the homeless with tem- where he acquired countless leadership skills. Taiwan became a member of the U.S. Visa porary housing and can be seen regularly Following a successful year and transition to a Waiver Program in November 2012. Addition- leading a variety of free workshops throughout new school, John graduated in May of 1967. ally, Taiwanese students represent a signifi- the community. As a result of her diligent work Shortly after graduation, John registered for cant demographic of international students and demonstrated ability, she has been a fre- the draft on September 15, 1967, and was studying in the United States. quent recipient of awards for her service and soon drafted. PFC John Calvin Collins enlisted The formational policies for the United ability to elicit effective outcomes for the sen- in the United States Army on October 18, States’ relationship with Taiwan, the Taiwan iors who seek out her expertise. Throughout 1967, and reported for active duty the very Relations Act and the Six Assurances, were her many years of service, Ms. Shelton has next day. He received his basic military train- crafted almost four decades ago, and continue aided the people of Sutter County with fair- ing at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and contin- to be the foundation of this bilateral relation- ness and dedication, proving her willingness ued Advanced Individual Training at Fort Jack- ship. The people-to-people engagement and and ability to provide quality and exceptional son, South Carolina. mutually beneficial commercial transactions service. The following spring, on May 24, 1968, PFC are the mortar that fortifies the relationship. John Calvin Collins was killed in action as a Today I remind my colleagues that we have a f member of Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Air valuable ally in Taiwan. HONORING EMMA HARTLEY, GULF Cavalry Division, of the United States Army. f COAST HEART WALK WARRIOR Just a few short months after the Tet Offen- sive, PFC Collins became one of the 16,899 TRIBUTE TO THE MARCO POLO HON. STEVEN M. PALAZZO Americans in 1968 who paid the ultimate sac- FESTIVAL OF MISSISSIPPI rifice. While he was tragically killed on May IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 24th, it was not until late August that the Army HON. NYDIA M. VELA´ ZQUEZ Friday, October 19, 2018 Casualty Notification Officer was able to notify OF NEW YORK the Collins family. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. PALAZZO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor The military honors provided by the United an impressive Gulf Coast philanthropist, Miss Friday, October 19, 2018 States Army during the funeral services of Emma Hartley of Gulfport, Mississippi. PFC John Calvin Collins brought the Vietnam Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today My district is nicknamed ‘‘Mississippi’s Fight- War up close and personal to the town of to extend my congratulations to the Marco ing Fourth,’’ earned for Mississippi’s spirit and

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mississippi’s youngest and most determined Together, Hood’s parents became involved in Friday, October 19, 2018 warriors—ten-year-old Emma Hartley. the AME Zion church, established as the Emma was born August 2, 2008, missing a Methodist church for Blacks. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to heart valve. Less than 24 hours after her birth, ask the House of Representatives to join me Upon coming of age, James Walker Hood’s Emma underwent the first of what would be- in recognizing Robert ‘‘Bobby’’ Dean Hooks, a moral and religious convictions led him into come many surgeries. Perhaps it was an in- native of the District of Columbia, for his life- ministry. In 1856, Hood secured his license to nate fighting spirit and a purpose to persevere time of empowering African Americans in the preach from the New York Conference of the for the sake of loving others that brought arts and for his contributions to race relations AME Zion Church. In the following years, Emma and her heart safely through that first in the District. Hood moved to Connecticut and Nova Scotia critical surgery. Perhaps she knew then that Robert Hooks’ lifelong passion for theater to preach and work as a missionary. In early she would need to grow strong and develop a began at the age of nine with his first play, 1864, following the path of the Union Army, voice to encourage others to face tough bat- The Pirates of Penzance. He later honed his Hood was appointed to missionary work in tles with a smile. Perhaps it is simply that God stagecraft at West Philadelphia High in clas- North Carolina, recognizing that legal slavery has big plans for this little girl. What is known sical works by playwrights such as William would soon end. He would then stay in North is that Mississippi’s Gulf Coast is blessed by Shakespeare and Samuel Beckett. In 1959, Carolina for the remainder of his life. Emma’s heart, beating now for over 10 years, Mr. Hooks pursued acting professionally in and Emma’s desire to make a difference in Although Hood was met with strong opposi- New York City with works such as Lorraine the lives of those facing similar health chal- tion in establishing the North Carolina Con- Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun and LeRoi lenges. ference of AME Zion Church for African Amer- Jones/Amiri Baraka’s Dutchman in his rep- Emma has outlived the expectations of icans, he persuaded the Black Southern Meth- ertoire. Mr. Hooks simultaneously launched his many of her doctors, and she will soon under- odist congregations in New Bern and Beaufort, award-winning television career with his go her fifth surgery. Before age 18, she is like- North Carolina to affiliate with the AME Zion groundbreaking role as the first African Amer- ly to face several more; but, she endures each Church. Among the more than 300 churches ican lead on the original N.Y.P.D. series. He procedure with courage and grace. From an he successfully established in North Carolina is recognized for his over 100 roles in film and early age, Emma participated with her mom, are St. Peter’s AME Zion Church (New Bern), television in a career that spanned over 40 Lisa Northrup, in fundraising efforts such as Evans Metropolitan AME Zion Church (Fay- years. Rock Your Scar, the March of Dimes, Mended etteville), and St. John AME Zion Church (Wil- During his time in New York City, Mr. Hooks Little Hearts, and the Heart Walk for the Amer- son). also started the Group Theater Workshop and ican Heart Association. Now, with the support After becoming a Presiding Bishop in 1872, the Negro Ensemble Company, both of which of family, friends, and her church, Emma Bishop James Walker Hood resided in Fay- offered free training in the arts to underprivi- champions her own efforts, working hard to etteville until his death on October 30, 1918. leged New York City youth. raise funds, give speeches, and boost aware- He is interred in Cross Creek Cemetery in Following the assassination of Dr. Martin ness of these causes in her local commu- Fayetteville. Hood helped establish Zion Wes- Luther King, Jr., Mr. Hooks returned to the city nities. ley Institute, now Livingstone College, in Salis- of his birth—a move he made after meeting Crafting and creating artwork, two of bury, North Carolina to train African American with radio host Petey Greene and then-City Emma’s hobbies, are incorporated into her students for the ministry and to become pro- Administrator Walter E. Washington about the philanthropic efforts, too. For one of her fund- ductive citizens in North Carolina. He presided riots of 1968, which had engulfed the District. raisers this year Emma sold handcrafted wood over the school’s board of trustees for over In 1970, Mr. Hooks unveiled his plans for the signs, some of which were ordered from far thirty years. DC Black Repertory Company, an all-black away. Also, Emma’s artwork has been repro- theater company in the District, as part of a duced in awards given to the top Heart Walk Bishop Hood was politically active on behalf plan to harness what he believed to be the so- high achievers. of his people. In 1865, he presided over the cially transformative power of theater. This year’s Gulf Coast Heart Walk is on first statewide political convention for African Mr. Hooks executed his plan in partnership September 22. Emma will offer the opening Americans. In 1868, he participated in the with D.C.-area black theater professionals and prayer to start the event. Mississippi is fortu- state constitutional convention, which abol- students at Howard University. The DC Black nate to have such a brave, talented, ambi- ished slavery, provided universal male suf- Repertory Company directly contributed to re- tious, and inspiring warrior, like Emma Hartley. frage, and established free public education ducing community tensions during those tu- for all children. He also held several govern- f multuous times. The group produced more ment positions, including magistrate and as- than 20 plays, telling black stories that had not COMMEMORATING THE LIFE OF sistant superintendent of the North Carolina been told. The DC Black Repertory Company BISHOP JAMES WALKER HOOD Freedman’s Bureau. was dissolved in 1976, but its legacy con- ON THE ONE HUNDREDTH ANNI- Bishop Hood was a man of courage, convic- tinues through The Rep, Inc. VERSARY OF HIS PASSING tion, and persistence. He was unwavering in Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- his commitment to the cause of Christianity atives to join me in recognizing Robert Hooks HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD and the establishment of the AME Zion for his lasting artistic and social contributions OF NORTH CAROLINA Church in North Carolina. It is remarkable that to the African American community and to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bishop Hood, who had little formal education, District of Columbia. Friday, October 19, 2018 would publish five books, including The Negro f in the Christian Pulpit (1884) and Sketch of Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise the Early History of the African Methodist HONORING MARY LOU BATCHELOR today to recognize the legendary Bishop Episcopal Zion Church (1914). WITH CALIFORNIA’S THIRD DIS- James Walker Hood on the occasion of the TRICT WOMAN OF THE YEAR 100th anniversary of his passing. Bishop Hood Mr. Speaker, by the grace of God, Bishop AWARD is credited with establishing the North Carolina James Walker Hood left an indelible mark on African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church Con- North Carolina that is still recognized one hun- HON. JOHN GARAMENDI ference, the Prince Hall Masons of North dred years after his passing on October 30, 1918. OF CALIFORNIA Carolina, and Livingstone College, all in my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES home state of North Carolina. On behalf of the people of the First Con- On May 30, 1831, James Walker Hood was gressional District of North Carolina, ask my Friday, October 19, 2018 born to Levi and Harriet Walker Hood on the colleagues to join me in honoring Bishop Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today farm of Ephraim Jackson in Chester County, James Walker Hood’s life, work, and legacy to honor Mary Lou Batchelor as a woman of Pennsylvania, nine miles from Wilmington, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the year. She is well-known in Solano County Delaware. Hood’s parents instilled their love of his passing. as a community leader, activist and public

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