March 31, 1998 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2877 a number of different charities and veals the heart of a lion. Down 17 ing, has thrived uninterrupted for over causes, ranging from providing loans points with less than 10 minutes to two hundred years. for college students to assisting the play against a Duke squad that had In 1968, my wife, Sharon, along with sick and the elderly in getting to Sun- been ranked #1 for most of the year, a group of community-minded West day Mass. the Comeback Cats put together a fren- Virginians assisted a talented group of Other examples of service activities zied charge, outscoring the Blue Devils quilters to form Mountain Artisans, a in Minnesota include: a fund drive in 17 - 1 during a crucial stretch. What nonprofit group comprised of gifted support of the construction of Catholic made the feat all the more impressive quilt makers, to help in the preserva- schools conducted by Council 7604 in was that every player contributed. tion and exposure of this artful tradi- Eagan, Minnesota; the bowling team In the Final Four, the Cats squared tion of design and talent. Many West from Council 961 in St. Cloud, Min- off against the Stanford Cardinal, the Virginians considered quilting a part of nesota, which raised over $6,000 for Big West Coast power that spent the ma- the mountain state’s heritage. My wife Brothers-Big Sisters; and the sponsor- jority of the season undefeated. Down and I are particularly fond of the ing of youth hockey by Council 3166 in by 5 at half, the Cats did what was nat- Mountain Artisans. When we were ex- Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. ural for them, they put together a pecting our first child, in the late Mr. President, I am pleased to report rally, eventually winning the contest 1960’s, the group graciously decided to that the ‘‘World’s Largest Catholic in overtime. This victory was fueled by create a quilt for our first-born. With Family Fraternal Organization’’ has a one of the most gritty performances in the assistance of the Sod Sewing Group commanding presence in Minnesota Final Four history, as senior Jeff from Sod, West Virginia, the quilt was and will continue to provide commu- Sheppard poured in 27 of the Cats 74 completed in mid-September of 1970. nities with an excellent example of how points. The beautiful quilt, which is known as to live a fulfilling life of maximum What could top this effort in the ‘‘The Rockefeller Quilt’’ was displayed at service to God and country. I am hon- finals? How about the greatest come- the Rockefeller home and today, ored to have this opportunity to ac- from-behind victory in the history of adorns the wall just outside my office knowledge and thank the Knights of the NCAA championship. Down 10 at in the Hart Senate Office Building in Columbus for all their work, and offer the half, and 12 early in the second Washington, D.C. my sincerest congratulations on the half, this selfless group of young men One master quilter I especially ad- 116th anniversary of their founding. ∑ redoubled their efforts and chipped mire is Mortana McCormick of Sod, f away at the Utah lead. Steadily the West Virginia, who contributed to the tide began to shift behind three point creation of The Rockefeller Quilt. Ms. TRIBUTE TO THE KENTUCKY baskets from Heshimu Evans, and Ken- McCormick, a distinguished quilter, WILDCATS: 1998 NCAA NATIONAL tucky natives Cameron Mills and Scott has represented the State well and BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS Padgett. Refusing to wilt under the helped put our state on the ‘‘interior ∑ Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, 50 pressure of facing the hottest team in design and fashion’’ map. She has con- years ago this month, the University of the nation, Kentucky hammered away tributed to fashion patchwork designs Kentucky accomplished a feat still un- defensively and converted on the offen- for Barbra Streisand and museum col- matched in college basketball history. sive end. In the end, Utah’s game effort lections displayed in West Virginia and As every backyard all-star in the Com- was not enough and the Cats posted a internationally. Mortana McCormick monwealth can tell you, that was the 78 - 69 victory in seizing their second is just one of the talented artisan- year of the original Fabulous Five. national title in three years. quilters that call West Virginia home. You see in Kentucky, we have a habit In what has become habit for the I ask my distinguished colleagues to of naming our most special Wildcat Comeback Cats, the team drew on its join me in recognizing this long stand- teams, and 1948 may have been the strengths and refused to panic. Under ing tradition and art, and its many tal- most special of the bunch. That group, the masterful eye of Coach Smith and ented artists, including Ms. Mortana led by Alex Groza, Ralph Beard and the intelligent play of a host of stars, McCormick.∑ Wah Wah Jones not only earned Ken- the team accomplished its dream of f tucky’s first NCAA men’s college bas- bringing home the title. ketball championship trophy but went So, Mr. President, while we look TRIBUTE TO LINCOLN UNIVERSITY on to bring home a gold medal from the back fondly on the Fabulous Five of ∑ Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I stand be- 1948 Olympics. 1948, I am content to take senior Jeff fore you today to pay tribute to a truly Flash forward Fifty years into the fu- Sheppard’s advice to ‘‘appreciate the outstanding University in my home ture, to see another edition of the precious present,’’ and embrace these State of Missouri, Lincoln University. Wildcats, and equally high expecta- Comeback Cats as the greatest ‘‘team’’ Lincoln has played a large role in Afri- tions. Led by seniors Jeff Sheppard, to ever put on the Kentucky uniform. can American education in my home Allen Edwards, and Cameron Mills, the It is impossible to appreciate the in- State of Missouri, as well as across the 1998 Cats came into the season facing tensity and effort these young men put nation. an uncertain future. While expecta- forth as they met and exceeded every Lincoln was founded in 1866 by the tions are always high at Kentucky, challenge in their path during the 1997– Caucasian officers and the African this year’s squad exceeded even the 98 season. American enlisted men of the 62nd and most optimistic fan’s hopes. Mr. President, I ask each of my col- 65th United States Colored Infantries Under the expert leadership of first- leagues to join me in honoring the Uni- who fought for the Union during the year head coach, Tubby Smith, these versity of Kentucky, history-making Civil War. These men wanted to estab- Wildcats will be raising the school’s coach Tubby Smith, athletic director lish a school that would devote itself to 7th NCAA championship banner to the C. M. Newton, and most importantly educating freed African Americans. By rafters of Rupp Arena. But Mr. Presi- each and every talented player on the soliciting funds and donating their own dent, there is so much more to this 1998 Championship Wildcat team.∑ salaries, they raised $6,000 within a few story than wins and losses. f days. With these funds, the soldiers While the ’48 team was appropriately were able to open the doors of Lincoln known as the Fab Five, this year’s na- HONORING MORTANA MCCORMICK Institute on September 17, 1866. In 1869, tional champions will go down in Wild- ∑ Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, I Lincoln began to receive $5,000 in aid cat history as maybe the most perfect rise today to speak to you on behalf of from the State of Missouri for teacher embodiment of the word ‘‘team’’ in the citizens of West Virginia. The West training. By 1940, Lincoln Institute had Kentucky’s legacy of excellence. Time Virginia Department of Culture and become Lincoln University and had after time when the odds seemed insur- History has named 1998 ‘‘The Year of evolved from a teacher training school mountable this team willed itself to the Quilt.’’ In the Appalachian Moun- to a full University offering Graduate victory. tain region, and particularly in the instruction. In each of the decades Lin- A quick review of the final three great state of West Virginia, the tradi- coln has continually added programs, games of this year’s tournament re- tion of native crafting, including quilt- expanded its facilities and opened its S2878 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE March 31, 1998 doors to all applicants that meet its ture the pennant and the World Series ate completes its business today it entrance criteria. as well.∑ stand in adjournment until 10 a.m. on This past year the University has f Wednesday, April 1, and immediately come under the new leadership of Dr. following the prayer, the routine re- David Henson. Dr. Henson became the ORDER FOR STAR PRINT—S. 71 quests through the morning hour be seventeenth President of Lincoln on Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I ask granted and the Senate resume consid- July 2, 1997. I am excited about con- unanimous consent that Senate bill 71 eration of Senate Concurrent Resolu- tinuing my close relationship with this be star printed with the changes that tion 86, the budget resolution. outstanding University by working are at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without with Dr. Henson. He has held many The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. leadership positions during his 25 years objection, it is so ordered. f of higher education and I know he will f continue to strengthen the Univer- sity’s already impeccable reputation. MEASURE READ THE FIRST PROGRAM It is an honor for the entire State of TIME—S. 1889 Mr. DOMENICI. Tomorrow, the Sen- Missouri to have a University like Lin- Mr. DOMENICI. Under rule 14, I un- ate will resume consideration of the coln, whose service and character- derstand that Senate bill 1889 intro- budget resolution and, as under a pre- building programs, along with the new duced earlier today by Senator HARKIN vious unanimous consent agreement, guidance of Dr. Henson, will continue is at the desk, and I ask for its first at 12 noon the Senate will vote on or in down the road of success. I commend reading. relation to the Kyl amendment. A fur- Lincoln’s President, Dr. David Henson, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ther vote will occur on or in relation to for his commitment to excellence and clerk will read the bill for the first the Conrad amendment, as previously hope for continued prosperity in the fu- time. stated, at 2 p.m. Several additional ture.∑ The legislative clerk read as follows: votes will hopefully be stacked to f A bill (S. 1889) to reduce tobacco use by occur in sequence at 2 p.m. following the Conrad vote. 1998 DETROIT TIGERS OPENING children and others through an increase in In addition, Members can anticipate DAY the cost of tobacco products, the imposition of advertising and marketing limitations, as- rollcall votes on a number of pending ∑ Mr. ABRAHAM. Mr. President, I suring appropriate tobacco industry over- amendments to the resolution and rise today to send my best wishes to sight, expanding the availability of tobacco other amendments which are expected the Detroit Tigers for a successful 1998 use cessation programs, and implementing a to be offered. Therefore, Members can season. This afternoon, on opening day, strong public health prevention and edu- anticipate a very busy day on floor ac- the Tigers will take the field for their cation strategy that involves the private sec- tor, schools, States, and local communities. tion. Also, the Senate may consider 97th year of play. Their opponents, the any executive or legislative business Mr. DOMENICI. I now ask for its sec- Tampa Bay Devil Rays, will be taking cleared for Senate action. ond reading and object to my own re- the field for their first regular season As a reminder to all Senators, the quest. game ever. first vote will occur at 12 noon tomor- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The bill I’m sure my colleagues from Florida row. will remain at the desk and have its are confident the Devil Rays are a fine Mr. LAUTENBERG. Before adjourn- next reading on the next legislative team who will fare well in today’s con- ing, I want to apologize to the pages day. test. However, I would like to remind for having kept them past 10 o’clock them the Devil Rays are facing one of f because it deprives them from going to the most storied and successful fran- UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST— school tomorrow and I feel very badly chises in major league baseball history. CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 1757 about that. Please accept my apolo- The Tigers will be playing for their gies. 7,623rd American League win while the Mr. DOMENICI. I ask unanimous Mr. DOMENICI. And we might add, Devil Rays will be going for number consent that it be in order for the ma- they feel badly also. one. jority leader, after the notification of The history of Tigers’ baseball in De- the Democratic leader, but not before f troit is replete with the names of cur- April 20 of 1998, to turn to the con- rent and future Hall of Famers like Ty ference report to accompany H.R. 1757, ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 10 A.M. Cobb, Charlie Gehringer, Hank Green- the State Department reorganization, TOMORROW berg, Hal Newhouser, George Kell, Al and it be considered under the follow- Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, if Kaline, Alan Trammell, Lou Whitaker, ing terms: The conference report be there is no further business to come be- Kirk Gibson, Sparky Anderson, and so considered as having been read and fore the Senate, I now ask unanimous forth. The Tigers have won sport’s there be 6 hours for debate to be equal- consent the Senate stand in adjourn- most cherished prize, the World Series, ly divided in the usual form, and fol- ment under the previous order. four times, having savored victory in lowing the conclusion or yielding back There being no objection, the Senate, the Fall Classic in 1935, 1945, 1968 and of time the Senate proceed to vote on at 10:02 p.m., adjourned until Wednes- 1984. adoption of the conference report with- day, April 1, 1998, at 10 a.m. I am hopeful the 1998 season will see out any intervening action or debate. f the Tigers among the ranks of the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without major league’s elite teams where they objection, it is so ordered. NOMINATIONS belong. I, for one, will certainly be f Executive nominations received by watching the next 162 games with in- the Senate March 31, 1998: terest, hoping to see the Detroit Tigers ORDERS FOR WEDNESDAY, APRIL finish the season as champions of their 1, 1998 THE JUDICIARY new division, the American League Mr. DOMENICI. Mr. President, I ask NORA M. MANELLA, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT Central, and from there go on to cap- unanimous consent that when the Sen- OF CALIFORNIA VICE MARIANA R. PFAELZER, RETIRED.