E1458 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 church, formed in 1864 as a community of In 1979 Clarence earned a Masters Degree HONORING THE LIFE OF TIMOTHY freed slaves led by Roger Dutton and Rufus in Public Administration from Long Island Uni- WHITE Fields, settled in the area. The county pro- versity, NY. He is a member of the National vided a public school for the African-American Honor Society for Public Affairs and Adminis- HON. MARY BONO community in the 1870s. tration (PI Alpha Alpha). As a student in pur- OF CALIFORNIA Of course, it is people, not buildings, that suit of his bachelors degree at John Jay Col- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES really form a community, and the people of lege of Criminal justice, Clarence had the op- Allen have been clearly successful in that re- portunity to go abroad to study and patrol with Friday, July 26, 2002 gard. Without local family heroes—the the London Police Department. In high school Mrs. BONO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in re- Breretons, the Allens, the Pollitts, the he was a football player and earned recogni- membrance of Timothy White, a man whose Messicks, the Huffingtons, the Twilleys, the tion for his athletic ability. Upon entering the legacy will remain strong both here on Capitol Polks, the Duttons, the Fields, and the criminal justice profession, Clarence continued Hill and in the music industry. Tragically, Tim Malones, to name but a few—Allen surely to exhibit his tenacious ability, now as a crimi- passed away recently at an age and time of couldn’t have survived its 300 years. nal investigator. He successfully completed life when he was at the height of his abilities The people of Allen not only helped to de- the Criminal Investigator’s Course commanded and influence. velop a thriving village, but also shared their by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He In his years as Editor in Chief of Billboard talents with greater Maryland. From within Al- served as a Commander of the Confidential Magazine, Tim’s innovative work greatly im- len’s boundaries have grown community and Investigation Unit and was responsible for the pacted the arena of music media. His passion regional leaders, sports heroes, and success- development of documentation designed to for music and artists was evident in his writing ful business entrepreneurs; Allen’s people prevent internal theft from various state and for Billboard, but it was not enough for Tim to have served Maryland for centuries. In fact, local revenue collecting agencies; and rep- express his boundless passion through written Allen’s citizens began establishing and build- resented the NYPD as a criminal investigator words alone. Tim demonstrated his unparal- ing a community before the birth of the United in many federal, state and city inter-agency in- leled commitment to the music world by cham- States. vestigations. His knowledge as a criminal in- pioning the rights of musicians on Capitol Hill. Allen is a true American village. It rep- vestigator qualified him to lecture on behalf of I consider myself fortunate to have known resents community, tradition, heritage and per- the NYPD in various cities such as Atlanta, Tim; he deeply impressed me with his tireless manence. Peppered with historic buildings, Al- Boston and Washington, D.C. His civic activi- spirit and concern for the protection of artists’ len’s pride in its history is evident, a history I ties include: serving as a marshal at the rights. honor today. Allen, however, is much more March on Washington, August 28,1963; rep- Tim’s commitment to the First Amendment than its history; it is a thriving residential vil- resenting the Cerberean Society (Now the freedom of speech, and intellectual property lage with strong leadership and an active com- New York City Police Guardians) standing copyright protection for artists was absolute. munity. Contributing to the strength of Allen’s alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Lin- He skillfully and passionately advocated on community spirit are the Lion’s Club, the Allen coln Memorial, as he delivered his now fa- behalf of his fellow artists, even if it was at the Volunteer Fire Company, the Allen Historical mous ‘‘I Have A Dream’’ speech. In 1983, he expense of his own career opportunities. John Society and the Asbury and Friendship United founded and served as Director of the Guard- Mellencamp said it well when he remarked, Methodist Churches. These organizations pre- ian Association and Anti-drug program located ‘‘With the passing of Timothy White, rock’n’roll serve history while moving Allen forward into in Community School District 16, (Bedford- no longer has a conscience.’’ We will remem- its fourth century. Stuyvesant). In 1985 Clarence founded and ber Tim for his dedication to his cause, and for Allen is certainly one of Maryland’s hidden coordinated the National Black Police Associa- the integrity of his advocacy. treasures, so please join me in recognizing tion and the Grand Council of Guardians- The recording artist Sting has accurately de- and celebrating the history of Maryland’s NYPD Inquiry Panel. The panel was formu- scribed Tim as being ‘‘known, loved, and ad- charming Village of Allen in this it’s 300th lated to review procedures used by the city to mired for his conscience, his courage, and his year. hire minority candidates to the position of po- loyalty,’’ and this sentiment is shared by all f lice officer. In his community, he is an activist that were touched by his work. Timothy White involved in all aspects of service to improve will be missed, but the memory of his strong CLARENCE SURGEON: A POINT OF the quality of life for his neighbors. He is a integrity and passion continue to inspire. LIGHT FOR ALL AMERICANS member of the Black Community Council of f Crown Heights; the Steering Committee for HON. MAJOR R. OWENS the 11th Congressional District; President of HONORING BILL LAIRD FOR HIS OF NEW YORK the 100 Men for Congressman Major Owens; COMMITMENT TO YOUTH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a member of the Vanguard Independent Democratic Association and the NAACP. For Friday, July 26, 2002 HON. BART GORDON youths of the community, one of his activities OF TENNESSEE Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to included Founder and Commissioner of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES salute Clarence M. Surgeon who will be hon- Interborough Youth Sports Complex which in- Friday, July 26, 2002 ored on Saturday, July 27th for his past serv- cluded approximately 1100 youths in the tri- ice to his country and the community; and for state area. Other organizational affiliations in- Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak his continuing activism on behalf of worthwhile clude: National Black Police Association today about a distinguished member of my causes. Mr. Surgeon is a POINT-OF-LIGHT (NBPA) Northeast Region; Past Chairperson district who is being honored by an organiza- for all Americans. and Past Vice-chairperson; Transit Guardians, tion that has had an immeasurable impact on Clarence M. Surgeon had a distinguished NYÐPast Secretary, Recording Secretary and America. Bill Laird, a retired employee of Willis 39-year career with the New York Police De- Sergeant-at-Arms; Grand Council of Guard- Corroon, is Junior Achievement’s National partment. He was appointed to the force in ians, NYÐHistorian. Clarence was affiliated Middle School Volunteer of the Year. April 1955 as a Police Officer and rose to the with the National Conference of Black Law- He has volunteered for nine years and rank of Detective 1st Grade. Clarence has re- yers. taught 25 JA classes in that time. Mr. Laird al- ceived many citations for excellence in the Clarence states: His main purpose is to fight ways goes above and beyond his classroom performance of his duties. He is a native of for the rights of Black people, keeping in mind, duties, using his work and life experiences as Brooklyn, New York, still residing in the neigh- ‘‘now is the time tomorrow is not promised.’’ a way to educate young people about busi- borhood of his youth. He is one of five chil- We particularly salute Clarence Surgeon for ness, economics and the free-enterprise sys- dren of Bessie and Lesline Surgeon. His sib- his continuing volunteer activities despite a se- tem. lings are Lesline Ethel, Aubrey and Winifred. ries of personal hardships. After enduring sev- The history of Junior Achievement is a true He was married to the late Helen Mayfield. He eral serious operations and experiencing the testament to the indelible human spirit and honorably served in the United States Army death of his wife, Clarence has returned to the American ingenuity. Junior Achievement was during the Korean War and rose to the rank of arena to continue working for the less fortu- founded in 1919 as a collection of small, after Sergeant First Class. He was discharged from nate and the community. For being a great school business clubs for students in Spring- the Army in 1953 after two years of service. role model for unselfish dedication we are field, Massachusetts. He is an accomplished pilot and enjoys mem- proud to salute Clarence M. Surgeon as a Today, through the efforts of more than bership in the Negro Airmen International. POINT-OF-LIFE for all Americans. 100,000 volunteers in classrooms all over

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.155 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1459 America, Junior Achievement reaches more This man dedicated his life to ameliorating map in the soul music industry said W.L. than four million students in grades KÐ12 per human rights in our country. In the 50s and Lilliard a television talk show host/producer year. JA International takes the free enterprise 60s, when minorities were given little to no re- and businessman, as well as a close fhend of message of hope and opportunity even further spect or rights, Cesar Chavez cleared the path Mr. Leavill’s. to nearly two million students in 113 countries. for equality. Bob Pruter, the author of the book, ‘‘Chi- Junior Achievement has been an influential In the early 50s, after fighting in World War cago Soul,’’ said, when I was doing research part of many of today’s successful entre- II, Chavez began his involvement in battling for my book, I went to him because he knew preneurs and business leaders. Junior racial and economic discrimination against everybody, Achievement’s success is truly the story of Chicanos. His passion and commitment to this Mr. (Leavill) Cobb wrote dozens of songs, America—the fact that one idea can influence cause led him to serve as the national director and gained National attention in 1964 for sing- and benefit many lives. of the Community Service Organization. But ing, ‘‘Let her Love Me,’’ written by Billy Butler Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend my heartfelt as his attention and personal interest focused and produced by Major Lance, himself a noted congratulations to Bill Laird of Franklin for his on the poor working conditions of farm work- recording artist. Two other singles, ‘‘I Love outstanding service to Junior Achievement and ers, he realized that his dream was to start an You,’’ and ‘‘Love Uprising,’’ made National the students of Tennessee. I am proud to organization to aid these workers. charts. have him as a constituent and congratulate Having been a farm worker himself, he was Mr. Leavill simply loved people and was him on his distinguished accomplishment. far too familiar with the inhumane working happy to work behind the scenes, often f conditions farm workers were forced to en- teaming up with Carl Davis, Gus Redmond, dure. And in the early 60s, he founded the Na- W.L. Lilliard and other ‘‘homeboys’’ to make TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSMAN TONY tional Farm Workers Association. As the Na- things happen. He was also an avid fan of HALL tional Farm Workers Association started to gospel music and the church. He was sort of gain support, he started organizing peaceful a folk hero and loved by his community. Mr. HON. RUBE´N HINOJOSA demonstrations to bring attention to the farm Cobb was a police officer in Maywood, and OF TEXAS worker’s conditions. His slogan, Si Se Puede!, owned his own business. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Yes, We Can!, became known worldwide. We extend best wishes to his family, wife, National attention to the farm worker strikes Minnie; his daughter, a son, Derrick, a sister, Friday, July 26, 2002 came in 1968 when Senator Robert Kennedy Evelyn Williams; three brothers, Maurice, Ken- Mr. HINOJOSA. Mr. Speaker, I am honored visited Cesar Chavez in California after Cha- neth and Billie; and a granddaughter. to join my colleagues in paying tribute to my vez lead a 25 day fast. Kennedy was right Otis Leavill Cobb, a good entertainer, a good friend, TONY HALL. when he called Cesar ‘‘one of the heroic fig- Great American. When I heard the news that TONY had been ures of our time.’’ f selected to become the U.S. Ambassador to Cesar continued to organize boycotts and PERSONAL EXPLANATION the United Nations Food and Agriculture Orga- strikes around the world against table grape nization, I immediately thought that there could growers in California. His efforts paid off in the be no one more qualified for this job. TONY’s 70s when legislation to help agricultural work- HON. MARK R. KENNEDY passion for improving nutrition and ending ers was established. OF MINNESOTA hunger and homelessness is legendary. He Cesar Chavez is remembered today for his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not only talks tirelessly about the need to continual efforts and dedication to justice and Friday, July 26, 2002 solve the problems of hunger, but he also acts equality. As Cesar said, ‘‘There are many rea- Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, on his beliefs. He has led hunger fasts and sons for why a man does what he does. To on rollcall No. 349 I was at a meeting in the countless vigils to bring national attention to be himself he must be able to give it all. If a Capitol basement and did not hear the bells. the needs of the homeless and the hungry. He leader cannot give it all, he cannot expect his Had I been present, I would have voted aye. has traveled repeatedly to developing coun- people to give anything.’’ The people of San f tries to see first-hand the ravages of hunger Diego thank Cesar Chavez for Always giving and provide his excellent counsel to govern- his all. TRIBUTE TO JANELLE GARCIA ments trying to deal with this enormous prob- I urge my colleagues to support H.R. lem. 5256—legislation that recognizes such an HON. MARK UDALL I have been proud to work with TONY on honorable man! OF COLORADO issues of child nutrition and today, largely due f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to his efforts, every child in this country gets at least one nutritional meal through their RESOLUTION PAYING TRIBUTE TO Friday, July 26, 2002 school. With the expansion of the School MR. OTIS LEAVILL COBB Mr. UDALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ex- breakfast program, thousands of children now tend my deep appreciation for the hard work receive two meals. I will sorely miss his advice HON. DANNY K. DAVIS and professionalism of Janelle Garcia, a mem- and counsel, but know he is moving on to OF ILLINOIS ber of my staff, and to wish her the very best even greater things. The United Nations will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in all of her future endeavors. give him a global forum to continue his mis- Janelle has been my district scheduler since Friday, July 26, 2002 sion of bringing real help to those in need. January 2001. She will be leaving my office in TONY, God speed and good luck. Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, Otis August to work with the Colorado State Fair. f Leavill was a friend of mine and a man that I Still a young woman, Janelle Garcia has al- admired and greatly respected. He was known ready established a formidable career in public PROPOSAL FOR THE ‘‘CESAR CHA- to his fans for his smooth tenor voice, but Otis’ service. Before coming to my office, she VEZ POST OFFICE’’ IN SAN greatest gift was his ability to simply be him- worked as the Program Administrator in the DIEGO, CA self and in spite of fame as an entertainer and Governor’s Office of Economic Development producer, he lived in what we fondly call the and International Trade. She has worked for HON. BOB FILNER hood, the Garfield Park Community, and he the Colorado Tourism Board, Colorado Ski OF CALIFORNIA was instrumental in helping a number of Country USA and was the scheduler for Colo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES younger artists launch and develop their own rado’s former Governor, Roy Romer. careers. Scheduling a member of Congress can be Friday, July 26, 2002 Otis Leavill Cobb, was born in Dewey Rose, an extraordinarily challenging job. In my case, Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in- GA. He arrived in Chicago as a youngster with I am aware that my staff ‘‘fondly’’ refers to the troduce legislation (H.R. 5256) to rename the his family. He lived on the westside, where his phenomenon of ‘‘Udall time.’’ While I am not Southeastern Post Office, in San Diego, Cali- father was a minister and he and his siblings sure it really exists, I have heard ‘‘Udall time’’ fornia, the ‘‘Cesar E. Chavez Post Office.’’ sang in a gospel group. By the late 50’s and is different from normal time by not running at In San Diego, as well as across the Nation, early sixties, Mr. Leavill Cobb was making his an even rate. In fact, I have heard it described the name Cesar Chavez symbolizes dignity, own mark, singing new R&B music under the as being characterized by fits and starts so er- admiration, and devotion to equality and name Otis Leavill, with a gospel feel. He was ratic they would baffle even the most accom- human rights. one of the people who put Chicago on the plished physicist. In any event, Janelle always

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