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Congressional Record CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Ð Extensions of Remarks E1819 died September 20, 1998 at the age of 86 in the guardian of family balance, the woman local government and community organiza- Minneapolis surrounded by her family. Brown who moved from shy to family balance, the tions. Serving on the Board of Directors of was born Muriel Fay Buck on February 20 woman who moved from shy to warm and en- Lumberton Economic Advancement for Down- gaging in support of husband Hubert's goals. 1912, in Huron, South Dakota. Muriel Humphrey, at Gov. Rudy Perpich's town, Inc., the Lumberton Housing Authority, Muriel Humphrey Brown was a wonderful request, even finished out that public career and the Lumberton Community and Economic Democratic activist and supporter of her hus- and partnership by completing her late hus- Development Committee are only a few of the band throughout his illustrious career of public band's term as U.S. senator from Minnesota. ways he has made a difference. He was also service in the U.S. Senate, as Vice President For most of the world, the lasting imagine the first chairman of the Lumberton Commis- and two-time presidential contender. She and of Muriel Humphrey is wrapped in a proper sion for Youth and the Family, an innovative Hubert were always a great team and follow- Minnesota coat against the frigid day of board that has started a variety of programs ing her husband's death from cancer in 1978, Huhert Humphrey's funeral in January 1978, which have benefitted our citizens and their holding the flag from his coffin. Home folks, Brown was appointed to her late husband's however, also remember Muriel Humphrey children. He has been actively involved in the Senate seat. She became the State of Min- on the campaign trail for the Wisconsin pri- Lumberton Civic Committee, the Youth Fellow- nesota's first female U.S. Senator. In fact, she mary when hardly a spouse would venture ship Society, the Lumberton Visitors Bureau was the only woman serving in the U.S. Sen- out on her own to support a husband-can- and Historic Robeson, Inc. In addition to his ate at that time and she was only the 12th didate for president. We remember that she civic role in the community, Dr. Turner has woman in history to serve in the U.S. Senate entered her beautiful needlepoiint in the been an influential voice for education by serv- overall. In her husband's tradition, she em- State Fair under an assumed name so it ing both on the Board of Trustees for Fayette- ployed her position to advance labor issues, could be judged squarely on merit. We recall ville State University and on the Board of Gov- work for mentally retarded citizens, includ- women's rights and social programs. As a ing her own granddaughter. We remember ernors for the University of North Carolina. Po- freshmen member of the U.S. House of Rep- support for her daughter at a tough time, litically, Dr. Turner has served as chairman of resentatives at the time, it was an honor to that her four children are Midwestern solid the Robeson County Democratic Party and on work with a person of her integrity, status and despite childhoods surrounded by power and the Lumberton City Council, to which he was commitment to Democratic idealsÐthe ideals giants of history. first elected in 1962 and served for 30 years. of our nation, state and political party, the Muriel Humphrey Brown did her part and He also served as Mayor Pro-Tempore of Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, organized then some when the strong, passionate lib- Lumberton. Currently, Dr. Turner serves on eralism of the prairies rose from the Depres- and built by Hubert Humphrey. sion to start a quest for justice. She leaves the Robeson County Board of Commissioners, Earlier last week, Brown had the proud us all with the vision of principled, dis- to which he was first elected in 1992. honor of standing by her son, Hubert Hum- ciplined public life and memories for the Dr. Turner still lives next door to the First phrey III, as he won the Democratic guber- voice that sang harmony for the politics of Baptist Church that brought him to Lumberton natorial primary for the State of Minnesota. In the possible. years ago with his wife of 47 years, Georgia remarks to the press, Brown beamed after her f McNeill Turner. In addition to his priceless son's victory. ``Hubert would have been contributions to society, Dr. Turner and Mrs. proud.'' This moment seemed to be both a A TRIBUTE TO DR. E.B. TURNER Turner carry the added accomplishment of passing of the torch to the next generation rearing their two daughters, Andrea and Rosa- and a prophetic capsule ending to a life well HON. MIKE McINTYRE lind. spent. OF NORTH CAROLINA Dr. Turner has been a symbol of hope and On behalf of my fellow Minnesotans, I would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES humanity to all races and to every individual like to extend my sympathies to the family. Friday, September 25, 1998 he has ever encountered. Often called a trail- She will be missed, but not forgotten. Muriel blazer for blacks in politics, Dr. Turner's fire Humphrey Brown is survived by her husband, Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to continues to burn with as much vigor and Max Brown; her daughter, Nancy Solomonson; pay tribute to a man who, since 1948, has boldness as it did on that day our community and three sons, Skip, Bob and Douglas; and given half a century of devotion to rebuilding was first blessed with his services 50 years numerous grandchildren, most of whom are his community of Lumberton and his county of ago. playing a role in public life and social causes Robeson in southeastern North Carolina. An I am proud to call Dr. Turner my friend, and in Minnesota. empowering, inspirational leader, Dr. E.B. I look forward to his continuing presence and Mr. Speaker, I would ask that the following Turner has worked tirelessly to improve the service to our area. May God's blessings be Editorial from the St. Paul Pioneer Press on lives of those around him. He has encouraged upon him and his family. Muriel Humphrey Brown's life to included in all citizens, especially African-Americans, to f find the courage to use their voices to break the RECORD. an oppressive silence. Dr. Turner has given all DOLLARS TO THE CLASSROOM [From the St. Paul Pioneer Press, Sept. 22, people in our community, county and state an ACT 1998] example of faith in God, faith in the potential MURIEL HUMPHREY BROWNÐA CARING of our area, and the faith to cultivate a land SPEECH OF MOTHER, LOYAL POLITICAL PARTNER where equality and opportunity flourish. In ad- In her last public appearance Muriel Buck HON. BOB SCHAFFER dition to his countless gifts to our community, OF COLORADO Humphrey Brown was brief and upbeat at the he has given my family and me true friend- celebration of son Skip's gubernatorial nom- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ship, by which I have been enormously hon- ination. She has joined the politicians so Thursday, September 17, 1998 many times at the podium that Minnesotans ored. were ready for her rich voice before she ever This month, our community celebrated Dr. The House in Committee of the Whole uttered a sound. It didn't matter that on Turner's 50-year commitment to ending social House on the State of the Union had under Tuesday night, her speech was frail and soft. injustice. Even at the age of 72, this continues consideration the bill (H.R. 3248) to provide The sentiment was strong and the memories to be his vision. It was when Dr. Turner ar- Dollars to the Classroom. of her warmth and wit over a remarkable rived to Lumberton as a preacher at the age Mr. SCHAFFER of Colorado. Mr. Chairman, half-century carried on the family tradition. of 22, that he first discovered the harsh living Brown died Sunday in Minneapolis at 86. I insert the following for printing in the She and the era of optimism and accomplish- conditions African-Americans were force to en- RECORD. ment in public life she helped her first hus- dure. There were no paved streets in the NATIONAL CENTER ON band shape will be missed. black sections of town, and most blacks lived EDUCATION AND THE ECONOMY, There will be no more of her affirming in poor housing with little opportunity for up- Rochester, NY, November 11, 1992. words, no more of the shy woman who left ward movement. Not intending to enter the po- HILLARY CLINTON, Huron, S.D., to marry Hubert H. Humphrey litical realm, but responding to the need to re- The Governor's Mansion, 1800 Canter Street, II, raise a family amidst a political circus, form a decrepit social structure, Dr. Turner ac- Little Rock, AR 72206 serve as the only Minnesota woman ever in cepted the challenges around him as opportu- DEAR HILLARY: I still cannot believe you the U.S. Senate, stick with family in good won. But utter delight that you did pervades times and bad, and then find in marriage to nities for a better future for our area. He all the circles in which I move. I met last Max Brown a private life at last. began his life in the political sphere by work- Wednesday in David Rockefeller's office with It isn't accurate to recall her as a central ing for homes for the elderly and disabled, as him, John Sculley, Dave Barram, and David policy-maker, a politician in her own right.
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