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TRIBUTE TO MR. KENNETH E. 100TH BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR hard working compassionate Christian mother RUSSELL ANNA CHARLOTTE JILG and grandmother who is the embodiment of all KOSLOWSKE the values that have molded America into the great nation it is today. HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE f OF COLORADO OF TENNESSEE ELSAH SESQUICENTENNIAL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, September 10, 2003 HON. JOHN SHIMKUS Wednesday, September 10, 2003 Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today OF ILLINOIS to honor Anna Charlotte Jilg Koslowske who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, I would like to will turn 100 years old on September 29. She pay special tribute to Mr. Kenneth E. Russell, was born near Florissant, MS, to the family of Wednesday, September 10, 2003 a member of my constituency and a true Adolf and Caroline Jilg. Her father had immi- Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to American hero. grated as a child to America from Austria in recognize the village of Elsah, Illinois and Ken Russell is the last surviving member of 1859. The family had a vegetable farm outside honor its sesquicentennial this year. a group of 17 paratroopers who, in the early of St. Louis, and the eleven children all Elsah was founded in 1853, and named by hours of D-Day in 1944, parachuted into the learned the meaning of hard work and its re- one of its founding fathers, General James town of Ste. Mere Eglise, France. wards. They were all expected to help in the Semple. General Semple’s ancestors were fields and in preparing the produce for market. from Scotland, and, according to town tradi- Ken’s heroism and bravery are to be com- Anna’s father would drive the mule-drawn tion, the village’s prominent limestone bluffs mended. His actions during the D-Day oper- wagon into St. Louis to deliver the fresh reminded him of an island just off the Firth of ation have been included in many histories of produce. This way of life supported the family Clyde, ‘‘Ailsa Craig.’’ Named after this Scottish the liberation of France, including D-Day and for many years. island, the Mississippi River village slightly re- the Citizen Soldiers by Dr. Stephen Ambrose, Like many people from those days, Anna is sembles a typical small, English town, with among others. pretty much self-taught, as children were clusters of stone cottages mixed together with As he made his way to the ground from his needed to help at home or find work at an small yards and private gardens. C–47 troop transport, Ken witnessed unthink- early age. Her teacher arranged for Anna to Recognized by the National Register of His- able violence. Many of his colleagues did not complete grades seven and eight in 1 year so toric Places in 1973, the village stands as a make it to the ground before being shot by the teacher could claim an eighth-grade grad- reminder of nineteenth century living along the German gunfire. uate. After her graduation, Anna was hired by Mississippi River. Its buildings represent a a family in St. Louis to care for the gentle- midwestern interpretation of nineteenth cen- Both Ken and his friend, John Steel, landed man’s terminally ill wife. Her compassionate tury styles, and many original buildings remain atop a church in Ste. Mere Eglise. Ken landed and caring nature, in addition to her experi- in place today. The newer buildings were built especially hard, causing damage to his spine ence of living and working within a large fam- in the old styles as well, as the village wants which limits his activities to this day. Both ily, made her an excellent candidate. to retain its historic feel. paratroopers were helpless as their para- As a young woman Anna journeyed to Zap, However, in 1993, Elsah was greatly af- chutes were tangled in the church rooftop. ND, to visit her sister and while there, met the fected by the floods on the Mississippi River. As he dangled helplessly above the ground, Rev. George Koslowske, a pastor in the Lu- Some nearby cities decided to take state and Ken was hit in the light hand by German gun- theran Church Missouri Synod. They were Federal aid and leave their waterlogged fire from the ground below. While still sus- married on May 17, 1925, and to this union homes and businesses behind, deciding to re- pended in their chutes, both Ken and John came seven children, all of whom are still liv- build elsewhere. The people of Elsah, how- were spotted by a German soldier. Before the ing. ever, recognized their city’s historic founda- German could shoot at Ken and John, he was Anna moved with her husband from North tion, and rebuilt their town. Damaged public shot by another American, Sgt. John Ray. Dakota to Waco, NE, where they served a buildings were refurbished, and residents rural parish, St. Johns, for 20 years. In 1950 worked together to rebuild their homes and After freeing himself from the church roof- they moved their family to Big Springs, NE, top, Ken Russell blended into the landscape lives; and they did so, successfully. answering God’s call to Zion Lutheran Church. Elsah is quieter now than it was in the past, and later met up with paratroopers from the During his ministry there, George was called 82nd and 101st Airborne. Soon after, the as mills, warehouses, river shipping, two rail- home by the Lord in 1958, leaving Anna to roads, local businesses, and farmers have troops set up a defensive position on a road provide for the two youngest children, ages 13 leading to Ste. Mere Eglise and came under gradually disappeared. But, the village re- and 15. Anna worked then as a cook in the mains strong. Inviting tourists to ‘‘leave the attack several times. Each time they were suc- local Dairy King. Once the children were on fast pace of everyday life’’ behind, Elsah rep- cessful in defending their position. their own, she served as a nanny for several resents a remnant of Midwestern, small-town For the wounds he sustained on the church families until 1974, when she moved to Hol- life from the late 1800s. Its sesquicentennial rooftop, Ken Russell was awarded two Purple yoke, CO where she still resides. this year is a significant milestone, and I wish Hearts. For his determination and bravery, he Anna has been blessed with 15 grand- the village and its people the best. children, 25 great-grandchildren, and 2 great- was awarded the Silver Star. f great-grandchildren. She also has one living Mr. Speaker, Ken Russell is a true Amer- sister, Lillian Dueker, who recently celebrated TRIBUTE TO BISHOP JOSEPH ican hero. His selfless actions during the D- her 102nd birthday. JOHNSON Day operation saved lives and contributed to Anna and her children are grateful for the our great victory in World War II. I can say Lord’s blessings during her 100 years. She HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN without hesitation that our country would be a has led a quiet, prayerful life. She was an ex- much better place today if there were more OF SOUTH CAROLINA cellent mother and mentor to her children, al- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES people here like Ken Russell. ways stressing a Christian attitude. Her favor- As we approach the 60th anniversary of D- ite reprimand was ‘‘If you can’t say anything Wednesday, September 10, 2003 Day, I hope all Americans will remember the nice, don’t say anything at all.’’ She continues Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor sacrifices made by so many soldiers like Ken to be an example and joy to those around her. a man of character and grace, Bishop Joseph and will take time to thank them for their serv- I am proud to honor Anna on the occasion Johnson. Bishop Johnson serves as the Pre- ice. of her 100th birthday. Anna is a self taught, siding Bishop of the South Atlantic District of

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VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.001 E10PT1 E1752 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 10, 2003 the A.M.E. Zion Church, which is comprised of During his time in these hallowed halls, Tom they need to combat the horrible examples five conferences, and as President of the zealously fought for the people of his district, they receive. LTIA provides America with a Board of Bishops. whom he considered more than just constitu- wonderful solution of a generation steeped in Bishop Johnson’s record of service is im- ents. He was largely responsible for saving their Christian faith and trained to face a mate- peccable. He served in the U.S. Army with 15 the Hurricane Hunter Plane Program, the air- rialistic society. years experience in the Airborne Division. He craft which fly into hurricanes to collect data As the former President Ronald Reagan has served as pastor of A.M.E. Zion Churches so meteorologists can predict when and where said, ‘‘The future doesn’t belong to the faint- in three different North Carolina conferences, these storms will hit. He also led the effort to hearted; it belongs to the brave.’’ I believe the including seven years as pastor of Trinity build a much-needed VA medical center in his students involved in the Leadership Training A.M.E. Zion Church in Southern Pines, North district, as well as to save the Big Cypress Institute of America are part of our brave fu- Carolina. After serving as pastor of Trinity Natural Preserve, a unique part of Florida’s ture and I applaud their efforts to make Amer- A.M.E. Zion Church in Greensboro, North environment. ica an even greater nation than she is today. Carolina he spent four years presiding as After his retirement from Congress in 1994, f Southwestern Delta Episcopal District, which he worked to protect Florida’s agricultural in- is comprised of six conferences. terests during trade negotiations and led a HONORING BRAVERY OF MARINE But his reputable service extends well out- campaign which raised $66 million to improve STAFF SGT. BRIAN IVERS side of the church walls. In 1993, Bishop a stretch of U.S. Highway 27 on which more Johnson delivered the Gardner C. Taylor Lec- than 100 people died between 1982 and 1997. HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE ture & Preaching Series at Duke University Di- That portion of highway in Palm Beach County OF COLORADO vinity School. He has published ‘‘A Manual for now bears Tom’s name. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ministerial Studies’’ for the A.M.E. Zion My colleague from Florida, the distinguished Wednesday, September 10, 2003 Church, in addition to several scholarly essays Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, on Christian stewardship requisites for ministe- said it best when he noted a decade ago that Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today rial practice. He passed his skills and experi- there was ‘‘not a comer of his vast district that to honor Marine Staff Sgt. Brian Ivers for his ences to aspiring ministers when he served for you can go without seeing the fruit of Tom’s bravery in the face of combat during Operation ten years as professor of practical ministry at work.’’ Freedom in Iraq. Mr. Ivers is a resident of Fort Hood Theological Seminary of Livingstone Mr. Speaker, Tom was much more than a Collins and is a Police Officer of that fair city. College in North Carolina. dedicated public servant. He was a loving hus- Serving his country on active duty in the A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Bishop band to his wife, Marian. He was a devoted Fox 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 1st Johnson grew up in Tampa and earned a de- father to his three children. He also was one Division, his company was ordered to rescue gree from North Carolina State University. He of my closest confidants in Congress. It sad- a group of Marine artillerymen who took a earned a Master of Divinity degree from Duke dened me to learn that he passed away last wrong turn in the town of Al Gaharraf. En- Divinity School of Duke University. month. I am comforted, however, in the knowl- countering a near blinding sand and rain storm Bishop Johnson is married to Dorothy edge that he will be remembered as one of as they entered the town, no air support could Sharpe Johnson, who now serves as mis- the most respected, accomplished, and honor- be provided. sionary supervisor and Episcopal secretary of able members of this institution. Staff Sergeant Ivers’ platoon came under the South Atlantic District of the A.M.E. Zion fire as they entered Al Gaharaff. As the first f church. The couple has two sons. platoon dismounted, they immediately en- Mr. Speaker, Bishop Johnson has led an HONORING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF gaged with the enemy. Sergeant Jim Cawley’s exceptional career dedicated to teaching and THE LEADERSHIP TRAINING IN- platoon worked to suppress the enemy long preaching the virtue of kindness. This year will STITUTE OF AMERICA enough to allow Sergeant Ivers’ platoon to be the last Palmetto Annual Conference where enter the town. he would preside. He will be retiring next year, HON. JOHN BOOZMAN Sergeant Cawley’s platoon fought a gun and deservedly so, as he has already contrib- OF ARKANSAS battle while occupying a building. A grenade uted more to the betterment of our society IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was launched into the building and leveled than most people could hope for in one life- many of the marines because of the concus- time. I ask my colleagues to join me today in Wednesday, September 10, 2003 sion. Enemy fire had increased all around paying tribute to this humanitarian. Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to them while they were returning fire. One of the f pay tribute to the Leadership Training Institute marines was trapped inside the building. Staff Sergeant Ivers attempted to rescue HONORING CONGRESSMAN TOM of America and their inspiring mission of faith him. In his own words, Brian said, ‘‘I got up to LEWIS for America’s youth. LTIA originated in my home district of North- get him as I thought I could just grab his hand west Arkansas and has successfully spread and drag him out. As I moved along the wall, HON. MICHAEL BILIRAKIS throughout the country and even to places as rounds began to punch holes out of the con- OF FLORIDA far away as Russia. Their purpose is to pro- crete in front of me. I turned to go back to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vide America’s future leaders with a strong where I had just come from and was struck in Wednesday, September 10, 2003 Christian foundation of faith in today’s secular the side with a round. The force of it spun me Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to society. around and at the time I thought I had been honor Tom Lewis, a friend and former col- The participants of the program attend hit in the kidney.’’ league who epitomized what being a public weekend seminars that teach them how their Later, Brian would realize that the bayonet servant is all about. faith is a logical solution for many of the had taken the impact of the round, deflecting Tom devoted his life to serving his country world’s most challenging problems. They learn it to his flack jacket, thus saving his life. His and his countrymen. He fought for America in how to debate their worldly colleagues in an platoon was in contact with the enemy for over the Air Force, serving tours of duty in both intelligent and inviting method. Furthermore, a half hour and was running low on ammuni- World War II and Korea during his eleven-year the students may attend a weeklong seminar tion. They were finally told to pull out because military career. Tom used the knowledge he once a year—here in our nation’s capitol. air cover was expected. A tank showed up gained in the Air Force later in life as a jet and While here, they meet with leaders in the about 40 minutes later. rocket-testing chief for Pratt and Whitney Air- Christian movement, attend discussions with Brian’s ribs were blue with bruises. Months craft, eventually supervising work on sensitive their colleagues from all over the nation, and later, Brian found out that he had broken the and sophisticated military and commercial air- meet with their Congressional representatives. eleventh rib—a good reminder that their battle craft systems. I believe this training is vital in preparing our had saved a unit of the eleventh Marines. Tom came to Congress the same year I did, future leaders to take their place in society. Because he received a wound while in com- in 1983, after serving as both Mayor and city The youth of today face physical, emotional, bat, Staff Sergeant Brian Ivers will receive the councilman of North Palm Beach from 1964 to and social challenges that shock the imagina- Purple Heart. Mr. Speaker, we are so fortu- 1971. He then went on to represent that area tion. They are inundated with graphic images nate to live in this great country where free- in the Florida House of Representatives until of sex and drugs everywhere they turn. Yet, dom is something that we rarely have to think 1980, when he was elected to the Florida we expect them to maintain their childhood in- about and often take for granted. It is simply Senate. nocence, without providing them with the tools a way of life for us, and we are truly blessed

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.004 E10PT1 September 10, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1753 to live in a country that honors its citizens for TRANSPORTATION, TREASURY, rity efforts, as well as to economic develop- their spirit, their ideas, their individuality, and AND INDEPENDENT AGENCIES ment. Therefore, I support this legislation. their courage. APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2004 However, I will vote in support of this bill with I am so proud of Staff Seargeant Brian the strong hope that the insufficient Amtrak SPEECH OF funding will be addressed in conference. Ivers. Along with a grateful district, state, and nation, I applaud Brian Ivers for his courage HON. TOM UDALL f and selfless dedication to duty. He has helped OF NEW MEXICO PERSONAL EXPLANATION protect our democracy and kept our homeland IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES safe by placing his life on the line. Tuesday, September 9, 2003 HON. TAMMY BALDWIN The House in Committee of the Whole OF WISCONSIN f House on the State of the Union had under IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES consideration the bill (H.R. 2989) making ap- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 TRANSPORTATION, TREASURY, propriations for the Departments of Trans- AND INDEPENDENT AGENCIES portation and Treasury, and independent Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall 456, APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2004 agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- final passage of H.R. 2861, the FY04 VA– tember 30, 2004, and for other purposes: HUD and Independent Agencies Appropria- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Chairman, tions bill, I was recorded as voting ‘‘yea.’’ I op- SPEECH OF today, as we consider the FY04 appropriations pose this bill and intended to vote ‘‘nay.’’ This HON. RON KIND bill for the Departments of Transportation and bill significantly underfunds veterans’ health Treasury, I find myself facing a familiar di- care. Our veterans’ health care system is in OF WISCONSIN lemma. So often during consideration of ap- crisis with an average of 200,000 veterans IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES propriations bills, I, as I’m sure many of my waiting six months or more for an appointment colleagues do as well, face difficult choices at Veterans Administration hospitals. The Tuesday, September 9, 2003 when voting on final passage. Because appro- funding in this bill is clearly inadequate to priations bills often include so many provi- meet the needs of our veterans. We must de- The House in Committee of the Whole sions, there are always positives and nega- liver the quality health care that was promised House on the State of the Union had under tives. It is the nature of appropriations bills to those who have served to protect American consideration the bill (H.R. 2989) making ap- security around the world. propriations for the Departments of Trans- that we are forced to determine whether or not portation and Treasury, and independent the good outweighs the bad. f As we prepare to vote on final passage of agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- PERSONAL EXPLANATION tember 30, 2004, and for other purposes: this bill, a similar assessment has to be made. I am deeply disappointed in many parts of this Mr. KIND. Mr. Chairman, I rise today in sup- bill, most notably the less than minimal fund- HON. JOE KNOLLENBERG port of the Flake/McGovern amendment to lift ing for Amtrak. However, because the bill also OF MICHIGAN the United States travel ban to Cuba. has very important funding for New Mexico IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Over the past 40 years, our policy of isola- and the Nation, I will be voting in favor of pas- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 sage. I cannot let the perfect—which this bill tion toward Cuba has been an arguable fail- Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, on Sep- clearly is not—be the enemy of the good— ure. The removal of the totalitarian regime in tember 9, 2003, I was unavoidably absent and which this bill is. Cuba has not occurred—even a decade after missed rollcall vote Nos. 481–488. For the Before I do cast my vote, I would like to the fall of the Soviet Union, Cuba’s primary fi- record, had I been present, I would have voice my displeasure with both the funding nancial sponsor. Positive movements toward voted: No. 481, ‘‘no’’; No. 482, ‘‘no’’; No. 483, provided for Amtrak, and also for the flawed political change have not occurred in Cuba ‘‘no’’; No. 484, ‘‘no’’; No. 485, ‘‘no’’; No. 486, process. Not surprisingly, the Rules Com- over the past 40 years—even as an over- ‘‘no’’; No. 487, ‘‘no’’; and No. 488, ‘‘no’’. mittee has once again stifled debate by not al- whelming number of former communist re- lowing Mr. OLVER to offer his amendment to f gimes have collapsed and embraced demo- increase Amtrak funding by $500 million. The cratic principles. These factors beg the ques- CONGRATULATING 137TH SPACE $900 million included in the bill is insufficient WARNING SQUADRON tion of whether our current policy toward Cuba to ensure the solvency of an essential element is the best course of action for the people of of our national transportation network. Should HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE the United States and the people of Cuba. At Amtrak be unable to continue its important OF COLORADO the very least, these factors demand that we service, not only would our transportation sys- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reexamine our current policy. tem be severely weakened, but many commu- With the free exchange of ideas and words nities that heavily rely on Amtrak and its pas- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 profoundly important in American culture, it sengers for economic sustainability would be Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today seems contradictory that our government devastated. Many communities in New Mexico to congratulate a truly outstanding part of this would deny its people the opportunity to are heavily reliant on Amtrak for their eco- nation’s defense—the 137th Space Warning peaceably spread this concept without unnec- nomic well-being, and they would badly strug- Squadron based in Greeley, Colorado. For the essary restrictions. lf the central mission of gle without it. second time in three years (an unequaled American Foreign policy is to protect Ameri- However, as I said earlier, there are often achievement), that unit has won the Distin- cans and our interests abroad, how does re- many positives along with the negatives in an guished Mission Support Plaque given by the stricting the ability of Americans to travel to appropriations bill, and this bill is no exception. National Guard Association of the United Cuba, a nation deemed by the U.S. Depart- Overall, the FY04 Appropriations bill before us States. ment of Defense as not posing a ‘‘military provides a 3 percent increase over last years This national award is given to only five out- threat to the U.S. or to any other countries in bill, and provides 4 percent more funding than standing units throughout all the Guard both the region,’’ justifiable? the administration proposed. In addition, the Army and Air. bill provides $34.6 billion in total highway fund- In addition to Colonel William Hudson, I I am concerned that Cuban civilians suffer ing, 7 percent more than current funding and would like to recognize the leadership at the under government oppression, and it is time to 14 percent more than requested. The bill also 137th of Major Daniel Salgado and Major confront the fact that denying direct American provides $7.2 billion for mass transit programs David Simmons for their outstanding work, as tourism to Cuba has resulted in no beneficial and $500 million for election reform activities well as Brigadier General Mike Edwards (at change. The island of Cuba is only 90 miles authorized by the 2002 Federal election stand- the 140th Wing, Buckley AFB) and Major Gen- away from the United States and is sur- ards overhaul law. eral Mason Whitney (the Colorado Adjutant rounded by nations that embrace democracy. I strongly support these provisions and rec- General). The award shows the outstanding Positive steps to bring American ideas and ognize how important the funding provided in ability, competence, and potential of our Colo- words to Cuba are the right course of action, this bill is for investment in the Nation’s high- rado Guardsmen at the Greeley location. and I urge my colleagues to support this way, transit and aviation programs, which are Additionally, the 137th in 2002 received amendment. all so critical to our safety and homeland secu- many accolades for inspections, conversions,

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.007 E10PT1 E1754 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 10, 2003 support, and community service. I am so TRANSPORTATION TREASURY, hour to the nearest VA facility. This is a prob- proud that this unit is in the Fourth Congres- AND INDEPENDENT AGENCIES lem that must be addressed now. Veteran sional District and going above and beyond in APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2004 population growth within a two-hour radius its defense of the United States of America. continues unabated. If a new facility is not May God bless them for their service. SPEECH OF available to veterans in East-Central, Florida HON. EARL POMEROY soon, the hardship of long drives and waiting periods will grow even greater for our vet- f OF NORTH DAKOTA erans. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A TRIBUTE TO FORMER REP- As the Congresswoman from Florida’s third RESENTATIVE CHARLES E. BEN- Tuesday, September 9, 2003 district, I know firsthand of the need for a new NETT OF FLORIDA The House in Committee of the Whole VA facility in Orlando. I have been there for House on the State of the Union had under our veterans time and time again. I personally consideration the bill (H.R. 2989) making ap- escorted former VA Secretary Jesse Brown to HON. E. CLAY SHAW, JR. propriations for the Departments of Trans- the old Naval facility in Orlando and told him portation and Treasury, and independent what a perfect site it would be for a VA out- OF FLORIDA agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- patient clinic. The James V. Haley VA Hospital tember 30, 2004, and for other purposes: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Orlando, Florida was later opened, and it is Mr. POMEROY. Mr. Chairman, I rise today proving to be the best location available to Wednesday, September 10, 2003 in support of full funding for the Help America provide even greater services to our veterans. Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). Congress made a The goal of the CARES commission is to Mr. SHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today as commitment to election reform with the pas- Chairman of Florida’s Congressional Delega- modernize the VA health care system. This is sage of this Act last year and should provide an important first step in making certain that tion to honor the extraordinary life of former the funding required for HAVA-mandated im- Congressman Charles E. Bennett. I would be the needs of our veterans are met. They are provements. indeed, the best of the best, and deserve to hard pressed, Mr. Speaker, to find a better An amendment offered by the Honorable be treated as such. and more compelling individual dedicated to ALCEE HASTINGS to H.R. 2989 would have in- I abhor the treatment of America’s veterans ethical reforms than Mr. Bennett in his 44 creased HAVA’s funding to its authorized level under this administration. From the shabby ef- years in the House. Mr. Bennett was a long of $727 million. This was offset by eliminating fort to provide for full funding of concurrent re- time proponent of such reforming legislation $165 million from Internal Revenue Service ceipt, to the exclusion of new Priority Eight as the creation of the House Ethics Committee (IRS) information system funding. While I sup- veterans from the VA health care rolls, this ad- and the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Earning the port efforts to increase HAVA funding, nec- ministration has proven that it is a miserable title of ‘‘Mr. Clean’’ for his unwavering deter- essary maintenance and improvements to the failure at treating our veterans with the honor mination to financial disclosure, Mr. Bennett IRS’ information system are critical. For these and gratitude that they have earned. set an example for all public servants as early reasons, I was compelled to vote against H. ANI´BAL ACEVEDO-VILA´, of Puerto Rico, and as 1950. Amdt. 357. SHELLEY BERKLEY, of Nevada, join me in spon- Mr. Bennett attended the University of Flor- I look forward to considering further legisla- soring this measure that additionally provides ida and graduated in 1934 with both a Bach- tion regarding HAVA funding in the future. $250 million for the construction of a VA hos- elor and Law degree. During World War 11, Election reform is important to democracy in pital in Las Vegas, Nevada, and $30 million Charlie defended his country with undying pa- our country and in North Dakota. It is my hope for seismic upgrades at the VA medical center triotism and fearless courage in the South Pa- that Congress will find a way to fully fund in San Juan, Puerto Rico. cific, earning the Silver and Bronze Stars for HAVA without reducing support for the nec- I would like to thank Senators BOB GRAHAM his distinguished service. In 1948, Mr. Bennett essary work of the IRS. of Florida, and HARRY REID of Nevada for in- was elected to the 81st Congress representing f troducing the companion legislation to this bill the Jacksonville metropolitan area. Forty-four LEGISLATION FOR CONSTRUCTION in the United States Senate. years later, Charlie remains Florida’s longest OF VA FACILITY IN EAST-CEN- f serving member of Congress. Despite con- TRAL FLORIDA PERSONAL EXPLANATION tracting polio from his Army days, Congress- man Bennett served his country with such fer- HON. CORRINE BROWN vor and passion rarely seen before or since. HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY OF FLORIDA OF CALIFORNIA In the early 1990’s, Charlie’s advocacy for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the disabled community translated into his Wednesday, September 10, 2003 strong support and sponsorship of the Ameri- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 cans with Disabilities Act. Despite the use of Ms. CORRINE BROWN of Florida. Mr. Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, had I been crutches, Charlie only missed one legislative Speaker, today I rise as a member of the present for rollcall No. 481, I would have voted vote in 41 years; a remarkable legislative ac- House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, as a ‘‘no.’’ On rollcall No. 482, I would have voted complishment. Mr. Bennett was also an ac- Congresswoman from Florida, to offer legisla- ‘‘no.’’ On rollcall No. 483, I would have voted complished author of seven books, as well as tion that authorizes $170 million for construc- ‘‘yes.’’ On rollcall No. 484, I would have voted a passionate advocate of the preservation of tion of a much-needed VA facility in East-Cen- ‘‘yes.’’ On rollcall No. 485, I would have voted Florida’s natural resources and history. A well- tral, Florida. ‘‘yes.’’ On rollcall No. 486, I would have voted respected member of his community, Mr. Ben- The legislation comes about after VA re- ‘‘yes.’’ On rollcall No. 487, I would have voted nett has a Federal building and a school dedi- leased, to the Capital Assets Realignment for ‘‘yes.’’ On rollcall No. 488, I would have voted cated in his name for his remarkable service Enhanced Services Commission, a draft report ‘‘yes.’’ on rollcall No. 489, I would have voted to his country. for VA review. The draft report recommends ‘‘yes.’’ On rollcall No. 490, I would have voted that Florida’s East-Central Market receive a ‘‘no.’’ On rollcall No. 491, I would have voted Mr. Speaker, Charlie and I served side-by- new hospital. ‘‘no.’’ side for 12 years before his retirement in Florida’s Central Market has the largest f 1993, and the news of his death has greatly workload gap and the greatest infrastructure saddened our State, our country, and me. I investment need of any market in the United A TRIBUTE TO BARUCH am honored to have called Charles Bennett a States. The CARES draft report states that the TENENBAUM friend and colleague during his remarkable life logical choice for a new hospital in Florida is and our prayers go out to his surviving family; Orlando. There is a former 150-bed Naval HON. TOM LANTOS his wife Dorothy; his children Bruce, James, Hospital in Orlando, originally designed for two OF CALIFORNIA and Cindy; and his three grandchildren. additional floors, which can be restructured to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Charles Bennett will always have a place in take on additional services. the hearts of everyone he represented and his This will mean a big difference in many vet- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 memory will no doubt live forever in the State erans’ lives because currently more than 50 Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I am delighted of Florida. percent of them must travel 60 miles or one to pay tribute to Baruch Tenenbaum, a truly

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.012 E10PT1 September 10, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1755 remarkable person. He has, in an extraor- and a number of streets and schools named unavoidably detained and was not present to dinary way, made enormous efforts to promote in his honor. The IRWF’s goals for these initia- vote. Had I been present, I would have voted the life and mission of World War II hero tives in honor of Wallenberg and other Holo- ‘‘nay’’ on rollcalls Nos. 476 and 477. Raoul Wallenberg. As a young Swedish dip- caust heroes is to stimulate the educational f lomat, Wallenberg was responsible for saving authorities in dozens of countries to teach not RECOGNIZING THE ARTICLE ‘‘RE- nearly 100,000 Jews in Budapest from the only the stories of the Holocaust, but also the MEMBERING THE AWESOME LES- horror of the Holocaust. This brave man dis- stories of the heroes that emerged from the SONS OF THE HOLOCAUST’’ appeared in 1945, last seen going to meet horrors. By educating future generations about with members of the Soviet army. Though the plight of Holocaust heroes like Wallenberg, many theories regarding his disappearance perhaps they will adopt just a fraction of the HON. J. RANDY FORBES abound, the world continues to wait for an- humanitarian values these brave men and OF VIRGINIA swers regarding Wallenberg’s fate. Mr. women held. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tenenbaum is one of the most visible leaders Mr. Speaker, at the age of 67, Mr. Wednesday, September 10, 2003 in carrying on Raoul Wallenberg’s name. Tenenbaum has never received a salary nor Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise to call at- Mr. Speaker, even before Mr. Tenenbaum any other financial compensation for his work. tention to the article ‘‘Remembering the Awe- started to work for Raoul Wallenberg’s cause He covers nearly all IRWF expenses himself some Lessons of the Holocaust’’ written by he had lived an extraordinary life. He was de- and he devotes all his time to the Raoul Rabbi Israel Zoberman. The article appeared voted to supporting the Jewish community in Wallenberg cause. I am honored to pay tribute in the Virginian-Pilot and The Ledger-Star on Argentina and to creating a deeper under- to this extraordinary man and I urge all of my Saturday, June 12, 1993. standing between Jews and Catholics world- colleagues to join me in congratulating Baruch Rabbi Zoberman is spiritual leader of Con- wide. He was the First General Director of the Tenenbaum for his outstanding achievements. gregation Beth Chaverim in Virginia Beach. Argentine-Israeli Cultural Institute and focused This exceptional person is truly an inspiration Born in Chu, Kazakhstan, in 1945, and raised the majority of his efforts on educational en- to us all. Like the man whose legacy he works in Haifa, Israel, he is the son of Polish Holo- deavors. Some of his undertakings included tirelessly to preserve, Mr. Tenenbaum is living caust survivors. founding the Tarbut School and organizing the proof that one man can make a difference. REMEMBERING THE AWESOME LESSONS OF THE first Latin American Bible contest. In addition, f HOLOCAUST he translated Spanish classics and Haskala lit- Visiting the recently dedicated official erature into Hebrew and Yiddish. A TRIBUTE TO EAST SURRY LIT- United States Holocaust Memorial Museum In 1966, together with writer Jorge Lues TLE LEAGUE GIRLS 16 AND is not an ordinary experience, nor should it Borges, Tenenbaum founded the first inter- UNDER FAST PITCH SOFTBALL be one. TEAM Along with fellow Americans, gentiles and confessional organization, Casa Argentina en Jews from all walks of life, I was conscious Jerusalem (Argentine House in Jerusalem). of entering upon sacred space. The resultant This organization has received many distinc- HON. RICHARD BURR education experience, through ingenious tions on behalf of the Vatican for its work in OF NORTH CAROLINA multimedia presentation and architectural promoting ecumenism. Tenenbaum’s out- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES genius, exposes us to the unfolding stages of standing commitment to the Jewish and the Third Reich’s evil, allowing us a closer Wednesday, September 10, 2003 reach to an unfathomable reality. Catholic communities has earned him acco- Mr. BURR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer We are led on a journey whose con- lades and honors from Pope Paul VI and from my congratulations to the fine athletes of the sequences of disaster for the Jewish people Monsignor Antonio Caggiano, Cardinal Pri- and for humanity in general become increas- East Surry Little League of Pilot Mountain’s mate of Argentina. ingly evident at each turn. Mr. Tenenbaum and I co-founded the Inter- 16-and-under girls’ fast pitch softball team. Hitler’s early threats were far from idle. national Raoul Wallenberg Foundation (IRWF) The dedication, talent, and hard work of these What was dismissed as the political rhetoric girls has won them a place in North Carolina’s of a novice was methodically translated into in 1997. Since then, we have worked tirelessly a program of genocide. Failure to stop the to make Raoul Wallenberg’s story known history as the very first North Carolina team to win a Little League World Series Champion- Nazi regime early on yielded the largest har- around the world. Mr. Tenenbaum has person- vest of death in history. ally convinced over 60 heads of states to be- ship. Recognizing that the tragedy’s magnitude After a series of wins, the girls of East Surry come members of IRWF. Some members in- is such that without personalizing it we risk clinched their final victory against Kentucky to clude German Chancellor Gerhard Schro¨der, losing it, we watch a tower of photos depict- claim the title as World Series Champions. ing the life of an entire community that is Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, former Their victory on August 16, 2003 in no more, from family gatherings and chil- U.S. President Gerald Ford, and Nobel Peace Jeffersontown, Kentucky is certain to be re- dren at play to loved ones and pastoral calm. Prize Laureates Dalai Lama and Elie Wiesel. In two days of mass executions, 3,000 Jews, Mr. Speaker, I know you will agree that pre- membered with pride in the hearts and minds young and old, of Elshishok, Lithuania, serving the memory of Raoul Wallenberg is of North Carolinians for many years to come. where Jews had lived for 900 years, were I commend the fine sportsmanship of these very important. Wallenberg is a truly timeless slain. This was one among more than 4,950 girls and wish them a future of successes. I role model for all generations, representing an destroyed communities. am proud of their efforts in placing North Focusing on the shoes of gassed victims, ideal sense of selflessness and caring of all Carolina among the states to hold a Little my eye caught one belonging to a child. Who people. He taught us about the importance of League World Series Championship win. can remain neutral toward a little one’s standing up for the immutable rights of all peo- To Manager Breck Honeycutt, Coaches fate? ple and the need to combat evil when it con- The video (hidden from view of those who Mike Burge and Brent Hull, and players fronts us. Wallenberg will always serve as a could not bear it) of the medical experimen- Samantha Smith, Haley Burge, Kate Jewell, reminder of the tremendous difference just tations on live subjects—gypsies and twins Karlie Love, Beth Hauser, Megan Hull, Sara were favorites—was ample proof of science’s one man can make, and keeping his spirit Bartlett, Catherine Mitchell, Lauren Angel, culpability and academicians’ corruptibility. alive means ensuring and preserving the spirit Brooke Honeycutt, Jessica Hauser, Rachael Yet, the inspiring example of the French vil- of humanity. In carrying on Raoul Brooks, and Ashley Simmons, I assure you lage of Chambon, which saved 5,000 Jews, in- Wallenberg’s name, Mr. Tenenbaum has cluding many children, from round-up and that the people of Surry County, and indeed made a tremendous effort in keeping his spirit deportation, shines through the darkness. all North Carolinians, are very proud of your alive and carrying his message on to future Watching on-screen survivors reminisce il- accomplishments. lustrated the power of witness and the sacred generations. f duty to preserve their essential legacy, as Under the direction of Mr. Tenenbaum, the age diminishes their numbers, for the sake of IRWF has undertaken a number of various en- PERSONAL EXPLANATION those to follow. deavors to further the memories of Holocaust At the tour’s beginning one receives a heroes, including Raoul Wallenberg. There HON. VITO FOSSELLA passport of a person who encountered the have been a number of statues raised and war. Mine was of a man who expired en route OF NEW YORK countless exhibits displayed around the world to the Belzec death camp where many mem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bers of my own extended family perished. as a result of IRWF’s efforts, honoring keepers Wednesday, September 10, 2003 One identity card bears the name of a sur- of humanity during the Holocaust. In addition, viving relative, Gitla Zoberman (now Ger- Wallenberg has been honored throughout the Mr. FOSSELLA. Mr. Speaker, I am not re- trude Kupfer), who lives in Richmond, Vir- world with commemorative postage stamps, corded on rollcalls Nos. 476 and 477. I was ginia.

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K10SE8.001 E10PT1 E1756 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 10, 2003 The museum’s honored location in Wash- CONGRATULATING THE LA MI- PERSONAL EXPLANATION ington, DC, near our national shrines, re- RANDA JUNIOR BASEBALL flects the awesome lessons of the Holocaust. LEAGUE It is a grim though necessary reminder that HON. DONALD M. PAYNE democracy entails eternal vigilance and ´ OF NEW JERSEY those revisionists who attempt to rewrite HON. LINDA T. SANCHEZ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES history, claiming that the painful past is a OF CALIFORNIA Wednesday, September 10, 2003 malicious Jewish invention, will have to face IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES life’s hard facts. Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, on July 14, 2003, Wednesday, September 10, 2003 The fitting memorial, at a substantial cost I was unavoidably detained and missed rollcall of $170 million, is an investment in all that Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, on vote No. 357, the Ackerman-LaTourette we hold dear. It ought to ever arouse human- August 16, 2003, the La Mirada Junior League amendment to the Agriculture Appropriations ity’s collective conscience, as I agonizingly baseball team won in its first appearance in bill which would require that the USDA expend contemplate the overdue need to put an end the Junior League World Series by defeating to the horrors in the former Yugoslavia. no funds to approve meat from downed ani- Santiago, Panama 8–7 for the title of 2003 I emerged from the trying four-hour visit mals—animals that are too sick to walk or with a sense of catharsis, cleansed to meet Junior League World Champions. stand—for food. Had I been present, I would the world with a sharper awareness, to turn La Mirada, located 18 miles southeast of have voted ‘‘yea.’’ my tears into a well of hope for the future of Los Angeles, is the fourth Junior League f all. baseball team from California to win the World Championship. TRIBUTE TO MRS. NORA G. f The La Mirada team, also the California CLEMONS McCOWAN state champions, started the four-team West- TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL ALLEN ern Regional Tournament with a 5–3 loss to HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES Scottsdale, Arizona, but came back with four OF OHIO HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN straight victories to win the title. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES La Mirada eliminated Aiea, Hawaii, which OF SOUTH CAROLINA won the Junior League World Series in 2000 Wednesday, September 10, 2003 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and 2001, then beat hosting Union City, Cali- Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise Wednesday, September 10, 2003 fornia and won two straight games over Ari- today to bring recognition to a close and dear Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to zona to arrive at the Junior League World Se- friend of mine, Mrs. Nora G. Clemons pay tribute to Michael Allen, a dedicated public ries with a 17–2 overall record. McCowan. Founded in 1981, the Junior League World servant and valued friend. Michael is an Edu- Mrs. McCowan was actually born in Terrell, Series is the older brother of the Little League cation Specialist for the National Park Serv- Tennessee on September 17, 1913. She World Series. The Junior League World Series ice’s Fort Sumter Group in Charleston, South moved to Cleveland in 1946 upon wedding is a spectacular weeklong international tour- Carolina, and was recently named a recipient Wilmer R. McCowan, affectionately known as nament for the best teams of 13- and 14-year- of the William C. Everhart Award for 2003. Winnie. Their marriage endured for 52 years. old baseball players from around the world For several years, the couple won the Cleve- The William C. Everhart Award is given for and is played every year in beautiful Heritage land Press Beautiful Block Contest for their in- sustained achievements in interpretations that Park in Taylor, Michigan. famously marvelous yard. Wilmer McCowan have illuminated, created insights to, and fos- It has blossomed to include teams from passed away in January of 1999. Mrs. tered appreciation of cultural and natural herit- around the globe: from Europe, Latin America, McCowan had one daughter, Dexter Louise age. The award will be presented to Michael the Asia-Pacific region, Canada, and the Mosley. I sailed with her grandson on many on October 2, 2003 at Clemson University. United States. To date, participating teams occasions. The Fort Sumter Group consists of Fort have come from 27 different states in the I know Mrs. McCowan to be a devout mem- Sumter National Monument, Fort Moultrie and U.S., four Canadian provinces, Mexico, Puerto ber of East Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She has Charles Pinckney National Historic Site and Rico, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, the Czech Re- held this membership for over 70 years. She Michael has served as their Education Spe- public, Germany, Guam, Poland, Venezuela, sings in the Sanctuary Choir, leads Group 22 cialist for three years. He was nominated for Saipan and, for the first time in 2003, Russia. and is president of the Group Leaders Coun- the award, in large measure, because of work La Mirada’s all-star roster included: Chris cil. She is also involved in the Missionary So- in developing the educational curriculum and Amezquita, Jordyn Baldwin, Jason Dovel, ciety and the Sunday school. programs for the sites, and his leading role in Frankie Fichera, George Gonzalez, Jacob In the community, Mrs. McCowan sports ac- the National Park Service’s Gullah-Geechee Johnson, Stephen Kaupang, Michael Le tive membership with the Passadena Street Special Resource Study. The Gullah-Geechee Blanc, Brandon Pesante, Kevin Platzer, A.J. Club and serves as Precinct Captain during project is one in which I take particular pride Rodriguez and Taylor Seimens with coaches election season. and am very proud of the role I played in se- Larry Kaupang and Gary Bouchard, and Man- I have known Mrs. McCowan my entire life. curing its authorization. The final report on this ager Jim Gordon. She is a clear role model for all people in unique cultural treasure is expected to be pre- La Mirada braved rain delays and lack of Ohio’s 11th Congressional District. sented to the Congress in December of this electricity caused by the Nation’s largest f year. power outage during the week-long tour- Michael is also a great resource and advo- nament to win against regional champions TRIBUTE TO OLEY AND GRACE cate in interpreting the whole and complete Mansfield, Massachusetts (East); Urbandale, KOHLMAN story of the American Civil War in the South- Iowa (Central); Bridgewater, Virginia (South); east Region of the National Park Service. and Sugar Land, Texas (Southwest) to be- HON. SCOTT McINNIS Michael grew up in Kingstree, South Caro- come the United States champion. OF COLORADO lina, and is a 1982 graduate of South Carolina The final game of the international tour- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES State University with a degree in History Edu- nament between La Mirada and Panama may cation. He began his public career with the have been the most dramatic with the lead Wednesday, September 10, 2003 National Park Service in 1980, and has been changing hands five times. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor married for 15 years to the former LaTanya La Mirada won the championship game with and a privilege to stand before this body of Prather of James Island, South Carolina. Mi- exceptional pitching, an explosive offense and Congress and this nation today to pay tribute chael and LaTanya currently live in Mount an excellent defense. La Mirada took the lead to two remarkable citizens from my district. Pleasant, South Carolina and are the parents in the 6th inning with a three-run homer and Oley and Grace Kohlman of North Park, Colo- of three children; Brandon, Shaelyn, and Isa- fended off a final inning, two-run rally. rado have spent numerous years in service to iah. According to everyone involved, the trip to this nation and to their community. I would like Mr. Speaker, I commend Michael for the the Junior League World Series will be re- to take this time to recognize their many recognition given him for his tireless and ex- membered by the players, coaches and their achievements and accomplishments. emplary public service, and ask that you and family members not only for the games Both Grace and Oley have dedicated much my colleagues join me in this tribute to his tire- played, but also for their shared memories of of their time to local, regional and national less and selfless service. their time together. cattleman’s associations, and various other

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.019 E10PT1 September 10, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1757 groups affiliated with western life. Grace was gested that the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA The officers and coworkers of the J. C. Ehr- president of the North Park Pioneer Associa- Medical Center in Leavenworth may be con- lich Company are celebrating the 75th anni- tion; she is an Honorary Life Member of the sidered for possible downsizing of beds and versary of the founding of their company in North Park CattleWomen and the Colorado services. 1928. The company’s founder, Julius C. Ehr- CattleWomen; she was also a member of the Congress needs to be involved in the proc- lich emigrated to this country from Germany at Rebekah Lodge in Walden. In his days as a ess of determining the future of the VA health the age of 17, eventually moving to Reading, soldier, Oley was part of the famous 10th care system, especially if facilities are on the Pennsylvania where he had a job as a manu- Mountain Division, later becoming a member chopping block. Eliminating services in Leav- facturer’s representative selling insecticides of the 10th Mountain Division Association. He enworth would be a disservice to the men and and sprayers. In 1928, there were very few was also a member of the Colorado Water women who have served our country. In addi- pest control companies in the country and Congress. tion, redirecting those patients to the Kansas none in Berks County. Mr. Ehrlich’s sales In addition to the Kohlman’s contributions to City VA Hospital, when there is already a six were primarily to businesses who would apply regional groups affiliated with the cattle indus- month wait for non-emergency care, would the materials themselves. try, they were also honored this year in rec- overwhelm a system that is already over- One day he called one of his customers, a ognition of fifty years as members of the Colo- whelmed. After making a sacrifice for our department store in Reading, who had not rado Cattlemen’s Association. Oley has served country, our veterans should not be denied ac- used the material he had sold them during his as chairman of the Marketing Committee and cess to health benefits they have earned. last sales visit. When he learned that the cus- chairman of the Endowment Trust Fund, and f todian had been unable to apply the material, perhaps most impressively, he also served as Mr. Ehrlich, wanting to satisfy his customer president of the Board of Directors for two TRIBUTE TO RUTH MARIE and not wanting to lose a sale, offered to years. Both Oley and Grace are also members COLVILLE apply the material himself. At that moment Mr. of numerous national cattlemen’s associations. Ehrlich, who was 56, founded the pest control As members of the Junior Colorado Cattle- HON. SCOTT McINNIS service organization now known as the J. C. men’s Association, they created the Oley and OF COLORADO Ehrlich Company. Even today, as the com- Grace Kohlman JCCA Scholarship, which pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pany celebrates its 75th anniversary, the man- vides tuition assistance to JCCA college stu- agement and coworkers look back at that mo- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 dents majoring or minoring in an agriculture ment as inspiring their current success by related field of study. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sol- using the same principles that Mr. Ehrlich em- Mr. Speaker, it is for their years of pas- emn heart that I stand before this body of ployed at that department store—Initiative, In- sionate dedication to their trade that I recog- Congress and this nation today to pay tribute genuity and Exceeding Customer Expecta- nize Oley and Grace Kohlman before this to the life and passing of Ruth Marie Colville, tions. body of Congress today. I am honored to pay an outstanding citizen from my district. Ruth So while others were contemplating retire- tribute to this tremendous Colorado couple was an active member of the Del Norte, Colo- ment, Julius C. Ehrlich was developing a new and the wonderful contributions they have rado community and she will be remembered business. Even more impressive is the fact made towards the betterment of their commu- as a respected historian, educator, and moth- that the formative years of Mr. Ehrlich’s busi- nity. er. Ruth passed away recently at the age of ness were during the early 1930’s and the f 99, leaving a legacy of leadership for her com- Great Depression. munity to follow. I stand to honor that leader- By 1939, four of Mr. Ehrlich’s nephews had H.R. 2861—VA/HUD ship here today. immigrated to this country in order to avoid the APPROPRIATIONS BILL Ruth was born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania conditions facing them as Jews in Nazi Ger- but moved to Del Norte shortly after she grad- many. In the great traditions of many Ameri- HON. DENNIS MOORE uated from college. Ruth had a fascination cans, these four nephews, Arthur Hammel, OF KANSAS with the West, exhibited in her love of movies Simon Hammel, Alex Ehrlich and Victor IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Western entertainment. Ruth began her Hammel, worked tirelessly. (Unfortunately, Vic- life in Del Norte as a history teacher, calling tor Hammel, for whom the company’s current Wednesday, September 10, 2003 on her English and History degrees from President is named, passed away in the early Mr. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, today I voted in Wellesley College. Ruth’s passion, however, 1940’s.) Their work ethic is underscored favor of the Veterans Affairs and Housing and was researching and documenting the life, cul- by.the story of their arrival in late December Urban Development Appropriations Act of ture, and exploration of early life in the San 1937. Without knowing the English language, 2004, with serious reservations about its fund- Luis Valley. and without any knowledge of pest control, ing levels for veterans’ facilities across the Ruth’s passion would lead her to write sev- they started work just five days later. When country. eral books on the history of the area, and she questioned as to why they waited five whole Veterans deserve more than this bill, which soon became a respected member of the edu- days from the time they got off the ship to the gives the VA $2.1 billion less than the House cational community. For her service, Adams time they started, Simon Hammel was quick to budget resolution requested. It is unconscion- State College opened the Ruth Marie Colville mention that they lost several days because of able that we’re not fully funding the VA. I want room in the Nielsen library. Del Norte honored a weekend and New Year’s Day. Otherwise, to see this legislation receive full funding dur- her by opening the Ruth Marie Center for the they would have started work more quickly. ing conference committee, before it is sent to Community. The hard work and determination of this sec- the President. At a time when we are asking Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to ond generation began the expansion of the J. more Americans to sacrifice for our Nation, we Ruth Marie Colville before this Congress and C. Ehrlich Company beyond its Berks County should not cut funds for medical care facilities this nation. Her hard work, enthusiasm, and roots. Its second district office was established veterans may need upon their return home. leadership in the community will be sorely in Pottsville. The third and fourth offices were I hope that the conference committee can missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to in Lancaster and Allentown. resolve differences between the House and Ruth’s family and friends as they mourn her Today the third generation of Ehrlich family Senate appropriations bills and will negotiate loss. management includes three cousins, Victor for better funding of veterans’ medical care. A f Hammel, Robert Hammel and Richard number of veterans’ organizations have voiced Yashek. their disappointment in the bill’s low level of HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVER- The company’s owners are quick to point funding, including the American Legion, Dis- SARY OF J. C. EHRLICH CO., INC. out that it is the dedication of its coworkers abled American Veterans, and Veterans of that has made J. C. Ehrlich a premier com- Foreign Wars of the United States. HON. TIM HOLDEN pany in its various businesses. In fact, the Earlier today, I offered an amendment to the OF PENNSYLVANIA company states its core belief in its Vision bill that mirrored my recently-introduced bipar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Statement: ‘‘Above all else, we value long-last- tisan CARES legislation. This bill, H.R. 2808, ing relationships with coworkers and cus- would require the Secretary of Veterans Af- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 tomers.’’ Among its current 1,100 coworkers fairs to give Congress 60 days to review any Mr. HOLDEN. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to are many who have reaffirmed that sentiment action proposed closure of VA facilities or have the opportunity to bring an authentic by working for J. C. Ehrlich for 15 years, 20 beds. The legislation comes after the VA sug- American success story to your attention. years, 25 years and more. Today, in addition

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Mr. Speaker, I join with my colleagues here As J. C. Ehrlich celebrates its 75th anniver- Wilkes Barre—Cleaned up a local park. today in applauding Mary Jean’s civic-minded- sary, there is much to be proud of. Consider Williamsport—Cleaned up an old museum. ness and in recognizing this prestigious honor. these accomplishments: York—Clean up and landscaping at a local This recognition to Mary Jean for her commu- Named as one of the ‘‘Top 25 Best Places park. nity service is well deserved, and I am proud to Work in Pennsylvania’’; NEW JERSEY to bring her achievements to the attention of Named ‘‘America’s Finest Pest Control Avenel—Shoreline cleanup. this body of Congress today. Congratulations Company’’ by Pest Control Technology Maga- Bergen County—Donated pest control serv- and thanks again, Mary Jean, for your many zine; ices to local museum. Flemington—Fixed and helped to remodel years of hard work. May you have many more Has grown to become the largest privately- homes for needy residents. to come! owned pest control company in North Amer- Vineland—Cleaned up a park. f ica; NEW YORK Has 39 local offices servicing 8 Mid-Atlantic HONORING THE ACHIEVEMENT OF Binghamton—Worked in a soup kitchen. CITY OF CAMPBELL LEADERS States and the District of Columbia; and Hudson Valley—Beach clean up at a wild Most importantly, 1,100 loyal coworkers pro- life sanctuary. viding more than 1 million services per year. Middletown—Worked on houses for Habitat HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA Mr. Speaker, these accomplishments are for Humanity. OF CALIFORNIA the proud results of J. C. Ehrlich’s culture. DELAWARE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This culture can be better understood by Delmarva—Worked at a nursing home. Wednesday, September 10, 2003 knowing how the company’s coworkers are Wilmington—Sorted clothing at a local celebrating their 75th anniversary. Instead of a clothing bank. Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to major corporate celebration, Ehrlich’s 39 of- MARYLAND recognize the achievements of Campbell fices decided that they would volunteer their Baltimore—Helped build homes for Chesa- Mayor Daniel E. Furtado, Councilmember time and effort to the local communities that peake Habitat. Jeannette Watson, and Campbell Police Cap- had supported them through the years. With Gaithersburg—Cleaned up a park. tain Russell Patterson. Their work in Camp- the company’s encouragement, coworkers in Hagerstown—Spent time with Senior Citi- bell, California, has made that city one of our each district office selected a local charitable zens at a local center. Nation’s safest. Today, the National League of organization that they could contribute time to Millersville—Participated in United Way Cities commended these leaders for devel- Day of Caring. as a group. On the selected day, the office oping a homeland security preparedness pro- closed and everyone worked as a team to pro- VIRGINIA gram that serves as a national model. vide community service. In total, this rep- Newington—Served food and cleaned up at Since the tragic events of September 11th, resents approximately 8,000 hours of time a men’s shelter. 2001, each level of government has been Ehrlich coworkers have donated to their local Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have several J. faced with the challenge of making our home- communities. I am pleased to present to you C. Ehrlich offices throughout my Congres- land more secure. In developing the City of the civic contributions that the men and sional District. On a personal level, my family Campbell’s Terrorism and Disaster Prepared- women of J. C. Ehrlich have made to their has known the Hammel Family for at least two ness Program, Campbell’s leaders have met communities during this, their 75th anniver- generations. My father, Joseph Holden and this challenge by coordinating efforts between sary: the father of the current owners, Simon government agencies, local schools and uni- PENNSYLVANIA Hammel, were friends in Schuylkill County, versities, and community based organizations Allentown—Girl Scout Camp Clean-up. Pennsylvania. I am pleased to be able to con- in order to respond to disasters quickly and ef- Clarion—Cleaned park. tinue that tradition of friendship. I congratulate ficiently. Erie—Worked at a soup kitchen for at-risk them on their 75 years of success and wish This highly effective program utilizes an ‘‘All children. them the best for the future. Hazards’’ approach, sharing information and Harrisburg—Riverbank Cleanup. f resources used to combat both natural disas- Hatfield—Dyed Easter Eggs and assembled ters and the kind of terrorist attacks our coun- baskets for the needy. HONORING MARY JEAN BERG Hazleton—Cleaned up a local park. try witnessed two years ago. The program al- Johnstown—Donated time to local thrift lows for the expansion of an emergency man- shop and soup kitchen. HON. SCOTT McINNIS agement organization based on the severity of Lancaster—Did clean-up and landscaping OF COLORADO each possible disaster or terrorist attack. for area parks. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Mayor, City Council, and Police Depart- Lebanon—Helped to prepare for cancer Wednesday, September 10, 2003 ment deserve our gratitude. They have made fundraiser. invaluable contributions to the City of Camp- Lewistown—Worked on a Habitat for Hu- Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this bell over the past two years. manity House. body of Congress and this Nation today to pay Philadelphia—Worked at a local soup I hope other cities throughout the United kitchen. tribute to a selfless community servant and States are able to emulate Campbell’s Pittsburgh—Cleaned up at a local zoo. dedicated doctor from my district, Mary Jean achievements, as America moves forward in Pottstown—Yard clean up for area senior Berg of Ordway, CO. An active member of the protecting our homeland. The people of citizens. Crowley County community, Mary Jean is this Campbell are more prepared for catastrophes, Pottsville—Cleaned up a local park. year’s recipient of the 2003 Rural Healthcare and are privileged to have proactive public Reading Pest Control—Riverbank cleanup. Excellence Award presented by the Colorado servants working for them. Reading Accounting—Children’s Home of Rural Health Center. I would like to join with Reading. f Reading Administration—Reading Hos- the Colorado Rural Health Center in congratu- pital. lating Mary Jean on this distinguished honor. TRIBUTE TO JODIE SPRADLIN Reading Customer Service Center—Volun- The Rural Healthcare Excellence Award is teered at a local festival. presented every year to someone who makes HON. SCOTT McINNIS Reading Audit—Distributing food at Salva- an outstanding contribution to rural healthcare OF COLORADO tion Army. or the rural healthcare system. Mary Jean is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Reading VMS—Cleaned up a local park. an obvious candidate, with over twenty years Reading Technical Trainers—Girl Scout Wednesday, September 10, 2003 Camp Clean Up. of rural healthcare experience. She has clinics Reading MIS—Cleaned up at local park, de- located throughout Crowley and Otero coun- Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I stand before livered meals on wheels, donated special ties, providing medical care that is closer to this body of Congress to pay tribute to a re- computer to needy child. home for her patients. Mary Jean goes be- markable woman from my district. Jodie

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.026 E10PT1 September 10, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1759 Spradlin of Steamboat Springs, Colorado has TRIBUTE TO CODY BRICKELL The Association had become the primary or- demonstrated the kind of personal dedication ganization of representation for all types of to overcoming adversity that is truly honorable. HON. SCOTT McINNIS businesses in Mount Clemens. It represented I stand before you to recognize her today. OF COLORADO merchants, bathhouses and factories. The At the age of 16, a drunk driver collided with name was changed to the Mount Clemens IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES her family’s van on the interstate and Jodie Board of Commerce in 1926 to clarify their lost her leg from injuries sustained in the acci- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 purpose and reflect their diversity. Then, in dent. Jodie’s acceptance of her loss did not Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sol- 1959, they changed the organization’s name come easy. She was very self-conscious for a emn heart that I stand before this body of to the Greater Mount Clemens Chamber of period of time after the amputation. However, Congress and this nation today to pay tribute Commerce and, finally, to its present name of in time, she was able to overcome her anxi- to the life and passing of Cody Brickell, a resi- Central Macomb County Chamber of Com- eties and begin living a more normal life. dent of Glenwood Springs, Colorado. As his merce in 1981. Jodie now assists others by donating her family and friends mourn their loss, I would The name may change but the dedication old prosthetic legs to victims of land mines. A like to pay tribute to his life and the wonderful and service to the community remain stead- new prosthetic leg costs around $15,000 and memories he has left behind. fast. The Chamber’s original bylaws and dec- her contributions are the only hope for many Just 18 years old, Cody was a recent high laration of principles from 1903, ‘‘to encourage less fortunate amputees. Her charitable ac- school graduate with plans for attending col- the patronizing of home industry; to encourage tions provide others with an opportunity to lege in the fall and dreams of studying medi- the bringing of manufacturing enterprises to conquer their own personal challenges, just as cine. Cody was a young leader in his commu- our city; to promote co-operation among our- Jodie was able to do. nity, serving as the student body president, selves and to endeavor to advance in every Today, Jodie and her husband have three captain of the football team and a member of legitimate way the welfare of our city’’ continue children and are living happily in the moun- the Glenwood Springs High School Key Club. to resonate today. tains of Colorado. Her story serves as an in- Cody was known for his solid work ethic, toil- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me spiration to others by illustrating the signifi- ing long hours to save money while pouring in recognizing the Central Macomb County cance of focusing on the important aspects of concrete, mowing lawns and working at the Chamber of Commerce on their 100th year life, such as children and family, and over- local athletic club. anniversary. coming those things that hold us back. The loss of a life is tragic in any instance, f Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to stand here but the loss of a young life is even more try- SEPTEMBER 11TH today and honor Jodie Spradlin and her ing. Cody showed such tremendous potential achievements before this body of Congress. for accomplishing tremendous feats in his HON. JOE BACA Her spirit, self-determination and altruistic short lifetime, and it saddens me to stand here sense of community service are truly worthy of OF CALIFORNIA today and mourn his passing. Cody’s family IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES praise. Jodie’s charitable actions demonstrate and community will certainly miss his gen- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 how much one person can improve the lives erous spirit. of others. I wish her all the best in the years Mr. Speaker, I am saddened by the untimely Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, two years ago to come. loss of such a kind and promising individual. today, we mourned and cried as we watched f Cody’s commitment, compassion, and hard the horrific events that unfolded before us on RECOGNIZING JEFFREY GREEN work garnered him respect in his community, September 11, 2001. and it is for those very qualities that I bring his The events of that day will live forever col- HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH life to the attention of my colleagues here lectively in the conscience of this country. today. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Like Pearl Harbor, the assassination of John OF CALIFORNIA family and friends of Cody Brickell. F. Kennedy, and the assassination of Dr. Mar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tin Luther King, Jr. no one will forget where f Wednesday, September 10, 2003 they were the moment they heard the news on Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise TRIBUTE TO 100TH ANNIVERSARY that day. today to pay homage to Jeffrey Green, who is OF THE CENTRAL MACOMB September 11, 2003, like very few days be- fore in this nation, will live forever in infamy. retiring this month after 20 years of service to COUNTY CHAMBER OF COM- We must never forget the thousands of lives the people of my home County, Mariposa. Jeff MERCE that were lost as a result of those cowardly at- became County Counsel in October, 1983, tacks. The passengers, the workers at the and for twenty years has served with distinc- HON. SANDER M. LEVIN Pentagon and the World Trade Center and the tion in that capacity. He has served the elect- OF MICHIGAN many courageous rescue workers who in an ed officials, the staff and the citizens of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES effort to try to save lives, lost their own. county well for those two decades. Wednesday, September 10, 2003 Our nation must always remember those During Jeff’s tenure, he has had the distinc- who fell victim to terrorism on that day. Our Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratu- tion of serving many different members of the nation must never forget the suffering felt on late the Central Macomb County Chamber of Board of Supervisors—so many that I confess that day. We must never forget the pain of the Commerce today, in recognition of the Cham- I lost count after 15 or so—of which I am families who lost their loved ones, and we ber’s 100th anniversary. proud to say I was one. Working with Jeff was must always keep them in our prayers. a learning experience for me. He provided For 100 years the Central Macomb County But as I stand here on September 11, two sound legal advice, and was the steady hand Chamber of Commerce has dedicated itself to years after the attacks, I am aware more now that ensured that there would be few crises. the community. The Chamber is a local orga- than ever before of the responsibilities we as Jeff also wrote and monitored ordinances, nization operated by and for the people of the lawmakers hold to this nation. contracts and other legal documents, and was business community of Clinton Township, As leaders of the greatest nation on this a source of information, opinions and assist- Mount Clemens, Harrison Township, Macomb Earth, we have the responsibility to fight to up- ance whenever asked. He always addressed Township and New Baltimore. It is a focal hold the ideals that make this nation great. We Board concerns and concerns of individual point of leadership and a gathering place for must continue to protect freedom and democ- Board members in a timely and professional those who make the strategic decisions that racy and never abandon the ideals put forth manner. shape our business lives. by our founding fathers. In addition to his legal and administrative The Chamber’s history as a champion of We must continue to fight this war on terror skills, Jeff is an expert fly-fisherman. I am sure downtown businesses started in 1903 as the and invest in our homeland security. We must that after his successful 20 year career in Mount Clemens Business Men’s Association. make sure that attacks, like those experienced Mariposa County, he is looking forward to try- Negotiating favorable rates with the Rapid two years ago, will never happen again. And ing out the latest flies and catching all the fish Railway interurban line, sponsoring Macomb if they should happen again, we are able to he missed while the Board was in session. County days, lobbying for Shadyside Park, respond to protect the lives of our citizens. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to honor my and the establishment of Selfridge Field as a This country was united two years by an act friend Jeffrey Green upon his retirement as permanent military facility were among the of violence and terror. A renewed sense of pa- County Counsel for Mariposa County, Cali- many accomplishments of the dedicated mem- triotism gripped this nation and I feel that it is fornia. He will be missed by all but the fish. bers. still present today.

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K10SE8.005 E10PT1 E1760 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 10, 2003 Let us never forget this sensation. Let us to future generations and allow them the op- HONORING CECIL TACKETT use the tragedy of September 11, 2001 to portunity to succeed. Thank you, Cyndy, for make this a stronger nation, a nation that can- your dedication and selfless public service. I HON. SCOTT McINNIS not be crippled by a zealous few. Let us use wish you all the best in your future endeavors. OF COLORADO the tragedy of September 11, 2001 to make f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this a safe and freer world, not only for the INTRODUCTION OF A BILL TO RE- children of the United States, but the children Wednesday, September 10, 2003 AUTHORIZE THE NEW JERSEY throughout the world. Freedom is a right enti- Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this COASTAL HERITAGE TRAIL tled to all. body of Congress and this nation today to pay Let us never forget those who passed away ROUTE tribute to a true American hero and dedicated on September 11, 2001. father from my district, Cecil Tackett of Let us pray for the children who lost their HON. FRANK A. LoBIONDO Pagosa Springs, Colorado. An active member parents, the parents who lost their children, OF NEW JERSEY of the Colorado community, Cecil was recently and everyone who suffered a loss on that hor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES selected as this year’s Marshal of the ‘‘Our rific day. Wednesday, September 10, 2003 American Heroes’’ Fourth of July parade. I But also, on this commemorative day, let us Mr. LOBIONDO. Mr. Speaker, the New Jer- would like to join the Pagosa Springs Rotary not forget to pray for the safe return of our sey Coastal Heritage Trail incorporates the Club and the local community in honoring troops overseas. Though we may not all agree very best of what the great State of New Jer- Cecil’s service and recognizing this distinct with the politics behind this past war, we can sey has to offer the rest of the Nation. Estab- honor. all agree that America’s sons and daughters lished by Congress in 1988, the Trail unifies Cecil was an obvious choice as Marshal of are overseas fighting with passion to protect New Jersey’s many scenic points of interest. the parade, as he gallantly served to protect our freedom. Let us not forget to include them These points of interest include a wealth of the freedoms we enjoy today. Cecil joined the in our prayers. environmental, historic, maritime and rec- Army Air Corps before the attack on Pearl We must pray for continued peace and se- reational sights found along New Jersey’s Harbor and earned his pilot’s wings as a Sec- curity in this nation and in all nations. coastline, stretching 300 miles from Perth ond Lieutenant. In 1944, Cecil was stationed On behalf of the people of the Inland Em- Amboy to the north, Cape May in the extreme on Saipan Island and was responsible for con- pire of California, I offer my emotional and southern tip of the State and Deepwater to the ducting bombing missions throughout Japa- spiritual support to those whose lives were west. nese territory. These missions would often last changed forever two years ago today. The Trail’s area includes three National 14 to 18 hours, demanding the most from both And I would like to take a moment to men- Wildlife Refuges, four tributaries of a Wild and pilot and crew. It was on one of these mis- tion the names of the three constituents I lost Scenic River system, a Civil War fort and Na- sions when Cecil’s plane, the Pride of the on that day. Cora Holland, mother of three tional cemetery, several lighthouses, historic Yankees, lost two engines, nearly crashing and grandmother who died aboard American homes, and other sites tied to southern New over Japan. Cecil took control and landed his Airlines flight 11; Rhonda Rasmussen, who Jersey’s maritime history. Through a network aircraft and its crew safely in Saipan over died at the Pentagon; and Navy Yeoman Sec- of themes and destinations, the New Jersey eight tense hours later. ond Class Melissa Rose Barnes, who died at Coastal Heritage Trail connects people with After the war, Cecil completed his degree at the Pentagon. places of historic, recreational, environmental Kansas State University and went on to help f and maritime interest. build dams in Nebraska, Texas, Oklahoma, One exciting aspect of the New Jersey and Kansas. He moved to Pagosa Springs in HONORING CYNDY SIMMS Coastal Heritage Trail Route is its focus on 1963 and quickly became an active commu- maritime history. There is a rich story to be nity member. Cecil served on the Pagosa HON. SCOTT McINNIS told about the industries once sustained by the Springs Board of Trustees, the Board of Direc- OF COLORADO Delaware Bay, such as whaling, shipbuilding, tors at Citizens Bank, and currently serves the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES oystering and crabbing. While we often define San Juan Water Conservancy District, helping Wednesday, September 10, 2003 our Nation’s history through military or political restore the Lower Blanco River. milestones, the Trail will serve to remind visi- Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to bring attention Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this tors that maritime-dependent commerce was a to Cecil’s heroic and dutiful service. Recogni- body of Congress and this nation today to rec- major factor in the growth of the United tion for the sacrifice he made for this country ognize a dedicated educator from my district. States. is long overdue, and I am proud to bring Cecil Over the last two decades, Cyndy Simms has ‘‘Eco-tourism’’ along the Coastal Heritage Tackett’s achievements to the attention of this provided Steamboat Springs, Colorado with Trail has proven to be a huge success. There body of Congress today. Thank you again exemplary service as the school district’s As- is an abundant variety of natural habitats and Cecil, for your many years of hard work on be- sistant Superintendent and Superintendent species to be found on the Trail. Whale and half of Pagosa Springs and the State of Colo- over the last two decades. As Cyndy’s career dolphin watching have become extremely pop- rado. May you have many more to come! now takes her to Washington State, I am ular, and bird lovers from throughout the coun- f proud to honor the determination and legacy try, and in fact around the world, are realizing that she leaves with Steamboat’s school sys- what Southern New Jersey residents have TRIBUTE TO CATHERINE GLENNON tem. known all along: our region is unmatched for AND THE ONCOLOGY NURSING Cyndy accepted the school district Assistant observing migratory birds, ospreys and bald SOCIETY Superintendent position shortly after arriving in eagles. Steamboat Springs in 1983. She revolution- Today, I am introducing legislation to reau- HON. DAVID E. PRICE ized many aspects of the Steamboat Springs thorize the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail OF NORTH CAROLINA School District in that position as well as in Route. This legislation would extend the au- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES her subsequent service as Superintendent. thorization of the Trail to provide an additional Wednesday, September 10, 2003 With her consensus model of decision-making, $4 million over 5 years to continue the work Cyndy forged a relationship between the began in 1988. It would also initiate a Stra- Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, school district and the community which re- tegic Plan which would explore opportunities today I am pleased to honor my constituent, mains strong today. The school district has to increase participation by national and local Catherine Glennon, for the contributions that come a long way under Cyndy’s stewardship. private and public interests, as well as organi- she has made to the field of oncology nursing. Cyndy cherished her position as Super- zational options for sustaining the Trail. Catherine has dedicated her career to individ- intendent and the opportunity it gave her to The New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail has uals with cancer and their families, and she is impact so many students’ lives. helped New Jersey residents develop pride, currently the Oncology Services Health Center Mr. Speaker, I am proud to stand before this awareness, experience with, and under- Administrator at the Private Diagnostic Clinic body of Congress today to express my admi- standing of our coastal resources and its his- at Duke University Medical Center. ration for Cyndy Simms and her service and tory. This reauthorization will allow the Trail to Catherine has been a member of the Oncol- devotion to the students of Steamboat. Individ- continue and flourish. ogy Nursing Society since 1976 and recently uals like Cyndy personify the dedication and I urge my colleagues in the House to sup- stepped down from serving on the Board of commitment necessary to impart strong values port this legislation. Directors. The Oncology Nursing Society, the

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.031 E10PT1 September 10, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1761 largest professional oncology group in the war he settled in Pueblo and was a founding District’s public schools. The three-sector ap- United States, exists to promote excellence in member of the Pueblo West Ecumenical proach in the Senate’s companion bill would oncology nursing and the provision of quality Church. At the church, Paul’s humorous, lov- avoid making private schools accountable, and care to those individuals affected by cancer. ing spirit was evident, and he would later be the addition of funding for public schools As part of its mission, the Society honors and recognized for the community service he pro- seems to be an afterthought in order to push maintains nursing’s historical commitment to vided his hometown. Paul was voted Optimist the voucher legislation through. This intent is advocacy for the public good. of the Year in 1981, 1986, and 1992. quite apparent through the Senate bill’s at- Catherine Glennon has received numerous Mr. Speaker, I am saddened by the loss of tempt to authorize private school vouchers for awards and recognition for her work on behalf such a kind and caring individual. The hard five years while making only a one-time appro- of individuals with cancer including the Oncol- work and dedication that Paul has shown to priation to public schools. ogy Nursing Foundation Nurse Administrator/ Pueblo and the United States is truly remark- Given that the Government Accounting Of- Manager Career Development Award, partici- able. It was Paul’s selflessness, reliability and fice (GAO) conducted a study which indicated pation in the Center for Nursing Leadership, positive spirit that have garnered him respect, no difference in achievement levels between and recognition in Who’s Who in American and it is for those qualities that he has earned students attending public schools and those Nursing. She has also authored a number of my respect. My thoughts and prayers go out using vouchers to attend private schools, we studies and articles on quality cancer care and to Paul’s family and friends. He will surely be would be seriously remiss in allowing vouch- the nursing shortage that have appeared in missed. ers to prevail. several distinguished publications. In addition, f If we care about changing the quality of the Catherine has given numerous presentations District’s public schools to truly benefit all chil- DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA to national audiences on a host of cancer dren, we must continue to support public APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2004 care, health, and nursing shortage issues. schools with all available resources. Over the last ten years, the setting where treatment for cancer is provided has changed HON. JUANITA MILLENDER-McDONALD f dramatically. Oncology nurses like Catherine OF CALIFORNIA are the front-line providers of cancer care with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO FRED SIPE responsibilities ranging from administering Tuesday, September 9, 2003 chemotherapy, managing patient therapies The House in Committee of the Whole HON. SCOTT McINNIS and side effects, working with insurance com- House on the State of the Union had under OF COLORADO panies to ensure that patients receive the ap- consideration the bill (H.R. 2765) making ap- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES propriate treatment, and providing counseling propriations for the government of the Dis- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 to patients and family members. Without an trict of Columbia and other activities adequate supply of such nurses, we cannot chargeable in whole or in part against the Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this provide quality cancer care to a growing popu- revenues of said District for the fiscal year body of Congress and this nation today to pay lation of people in need. ending September 30, 2004, and for other pur- tribute to Fred Sipe of La Junta, Colorado. I was proud to support the passage of the poses: Fred recently retired from Otero Junior College ‘‘Nurse Reinvestment Act’’ in the 107th Con- Ms. MILLENDER-McDONALD. Mr. Chair- where he taught art, drafting, and computer gress. This important piece of legislation ex- man, I want to voice my vigorous opposition to aided design. As Fred prepares for retirement, panded and implemented programs at HRSA the proposed legislation to implement a school I would like to take this opportunity to recog- to address the multiple problems contributing voucher program in the District of Columbia. nize his many years of hard work and dedica- to the nationwide nursing shortage, including We cannot in good conscience ask the tion to Otero Junior College. the decline in nursing student enrollments, cash-strapped schools in the District of Colum- When Fred arrived at Otero Junior College shortage of faculty, and dissatisfaction with bia to impose another layer of bureaucracy on in 1992, he fell in love with the town and the nurse workplace environments. its school system when positive changes are campus. He quickly began work as an art I commend Catherine Glennon and the On- now underway to improve the quality of public teacher. Through eleven years at the school, cology Nursing Society for all of their hard education for the most needy of students. Al- Fred has taught almost every art class the col- work to prevent and reduce suffering from ready, the District is showing improvement lege has to offer. However, Fred did not re- cancer and to improve the lives of those 1.3 through its 15 transformation schools which strict himself to the classroom; he was known million Americans who will be diagnosed with were created using the lowest performing to attend almost every extracurricular event he cancer this year. I am hopeful that growing schools attended by the city’s poorest stu- could. He was considered a regular at art numbers of young people will follow in Cath- dents, who have made significant gains in shows, concerts, and athletic events, usually erine’s footsteps and pursue a career in the their Stanford 9 achievement scores. Also, the accompanied by his wife Joan. rewarding and challenging profession of nurs- District has shown great success through its Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before ing. 42 charter schools which represent the largest this Congress and this nation to recognize the number per capita in the nation. Instead of f accomplishments of Fred Sipe. His hard work adding an unproven new program, scarce fed- and dedication provided students with the abil- TRIBUTE TO PAUL DEYERLE eral resources would be much better spent ity to learn about art in new, creative ways. shoring up these two popular and proven edu- Teaching our nation’s youth is truly a noble HON. SCOTT McINNIS cation options. Why can’t Members of Con- calling, and Fred’s 11 years of service are OF COLORADO gress and local elected officials in the District truly a remarkable accomplishment. Thank IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES focus on funding the programs which are you, Fred, for the service you have provided working and are supported by most parents? Wednesday, September 10, 2003 our community. I wish you all the best in your We should not be in the business of funding retirement. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sol- risky ventures like school vouchers when pub- emn heart that I stand before this Congress lic schools are being overlooked for funding. f and this nation today to pay tribute to a dedi- Furthermore, we should not authorize funding cated veteran and loving family man from my school vouchers here in our second home RAISE THE MINIMUM WAGE, NOT district. Paul Deyerle of Pueblo, Colorado died when Congress has already opposed vouch- CONGRESSIONAL PAY recently at the age of 86. Paul’s dedication ers in the rest of the country. The District of and commitment to his country have left a leg- Columbia should not be used as a laboratory HON. MIKE ROSS acy of leadership that we would all be wise to for an educational experiment that few if any OF ARKANSAS emulate. I am proud to stand and recognize Members would try in their home districts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his accomplishments here today. By approving the use of school vouchers As a member of the Army Air Corps in here in the District, a competition will be set in Wednesday, September 10, 2003 World War II, Paul fought to protect the free- motion between public and private schools Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to voice my doms we cherish today. Paul also met his fu- fighting for the same pool of scarce federal opposition to the pay increase that Members ture wife Kay during his stint in the army; the education funding. Any new federal funding of Congress voted to grant themselves during couple would later marry and be blessed with should be allocated to schools made account- the debate on the Treasury and Transportation three children. When Paul returned from the able to the public—charter schools and the spending bill.

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.033 E10PT1 E1762 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 10, 2003 Every year, Congress votes on this pay Rhode Island National Guard. In civilian life, Flags were lowered to half-staff across raise, and every year that I have been a Mem- as in military life, Sergeant Camara was a southern New England as the news spread of ber of this body, I have stood against it. It’s man dedicated to protecting his fellow citizens. the first casualties in the National Guard He was a highly respected and deeply ad- unit in 58 years. Its members come from simply not right for us to give ourselves more across southeastern Massachusetts, Rhode money when there are so many people wait- mired police officer in the City of New Bedford. Island and southeastern Connecticut. In all, ing for an increase in the minimum wage. Mr. Camara leaves behind his wife and three 600 members of the Rhode Island National Many of my colleagues feel the same way children, and they are joined in their grieving Guard are serving in hot spots overseas—360 about the Congressional pay raise, but unfor- at the loss of this patriot by hundreds of thou- of them in Iraq. tunately the House leadership did not allow us sands of their fellow citizens in Massachusetts Rhode Island’s adjutant general and Na- to vote for this specific item, because it was and Rhode Island. Of course nothing we can tional Guard commanding general Maj. Gen. included within a broader spending bill. Voting say will alleviate the pain that Mr. Camara’s Reginald Centracchio and Rhode Island Gov. Donald Carcieri were grim-faced as they an- against this bill would mean voting against bil- family feels at this untimely death, but we can nounced the news. lions of dollars for our roads and other worth- at least demonstrate to them how deeply we ‘‘All of our hearts are broken over this,’’ while projects. Rather, we were forced to sympathize with them and it is important for us Gov. Carcieri said. ‘‘Our worst fears have voice our opposition in the form of a proce- to recognize here in the United States House been realized.’’ dural vote, and I did so. of Representatives the terrible sacrifice Mr. Having met with the families anxious for There are thousands of people in my district Camara made in the service of his country. the safety of their relatives in Iraq, Gov. who hold minimum wage positions, people I Mr. Speaker, the citizens of New Bedford, Carcieri said that often ‘‘we do not appre- where Mr. Camara lived, raised his family, and ciate the sacrifice that these men and was elected to serve. I would only be serving women are undergoing.’’ myself if I voted to raise my salary, and that served with great distinction as a police officer ‘‘This is a terrible reminder that they are is not why I’m here. are especially devastated by his death. The in harm’s way,’’ he said. I will continue to vote against congressional people of the city have with one voice ex- Gen. Centracchio alluded to the changed pay raises until the minimum wage is in- pressed their most profound condolences to nature of the conflict and suggested that as creased for working families. the Camara family. And the depth of that feel- well-prepared, trained and led as the troops are, the United States is not fully prepared f ing has been well conveyed by a series of arti- cles in the New Bedford Standard Times for the guerrilla war that has evolved in TRIBUTE TO IRENE MARTINEZ Iraq. about this terrible incident. ‘‘We’re fighting an unconventional war,’’ Mr. Speaker, to commemorate Joseph he said. ‘‘We have to devise a way of dealing HON. SCOTT McINNIS Camara, to recognize appropriately in the with a culture that is alien to our set of val- OF COLORADO United States Congress the enormous debt ues. ‘‘Now we’re dealing with the unknown,’’ he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that we owe his wife and children, and to pay tribute to the people of New Bedford, who said. ‘‘They’ll shake your hand in a friendly Wednesday, September 10, 2003 have been so steadfast in their support of the way during the day, and at night the same Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I stand before Camara family, I ask that the articles from the individual is willing to give his life to satisfy his thoughts. this body of Congress and this nation today to New Bedford Standard Times about the death ‘‘We have to adapt to the kind of warfare recognize the thirty years of service that Irene of Joseph Camara in the service of his country we’re dealing with,’’ Gen. Centracchio said. Martinez has dedicated to the children of the be printed here. He said that would involve more training Manzanola School District. Irene is retiring and more access to armored vehicles that after having served as both a cook and teach- [From the New Bedford Standard Times, could withstand a land mine of the kind his Sept. 3, 2003] er’s aide since 1973. As we mark her retire- men encountered this week. He remarked NEW BEDFORD POLICE OFFICER KILLED IN IRAQ ment, I would like to commend Irene for the that the makeup of the fighting forces has (By Steve Urbon) changed in recent years, with reserves con- devotion that she has shown to her students stituting more of the primary fighting units. over the years. CRANSTON, R.I.—A New Bedford police offi- cer became the first SouthCoast resident National Guard units, he said, ‘‘are the Irene began her career with the Manzanola killed in action in the Iraq war when a home- Army. They are the Air Force.’’ School District as a teacher’s aide, though made land mine exploded on a highway near Lt. Col. McNamara said the ‘‘improvised quickly switched careers and became a cook. Baghdad on Monday, killing two National explosive device’’ that detonated beneath the She loved her job and says she will truly miss Guardmen. vehicle could have been remotely controlled the students. Irene has seen three generations Staff Sgt. Joseph M. Camara, 40, married by wire or transmitter. The Humvee, which and the father of three, was on patrol with was configured in a ‘‘turtle’’ fashion for use pass through her schools, having served the by the military police, was entirely vulner- grandparents of some of today’s students. two other guardsmen from Rhode Island’s 115th Military Police Company when the de- able to such a threat. It carried its own fuel Irene is looking forward to her retirement, with vice exploded beneath their Humvee and ig- as well as machine gun and 9 mm pistol am- plans to do some gardening and spend time nited the fuel and ammunition aboard, Lt. munition, and was on a routine patrol to with her family. Col. Michael McNamara of the Rhode Island keep supply lines open. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize the National Guard said yesterday at a press The 115th left Rhode Island Feb. 12 for Fort contributions Irene Martinez has made to the conference in Cranston announcing the Drum, N.Y., and more training. The 360 men deaths. and women arrived in Kuwait April 2 and en- health and well being of Colorado’s children. tered Iraq in early May. Irene will certainly be missed by the children He said Sgt. Camara, a patrolman in the New Bedford Police Department when not on under her care and by her co-workers who National Guard duty, was killed instantly as [From the Standard-Times, Sept. 4, 2003] have come to know and admire her remark- was Sgt. Charles Caldwell, 38, of North Prov- LOSING GUARDSMAN JOSEPH M. CAMARA able dedication. Irene, I wish you all the best idence, who was married with no children. The troubling war in Iraq and even more in your retirement. Thank you for your many Sgt. Caldwell was driving the vehicle in a disturbing after-war struck us on the home years of exemplary service. convoy in the late morning on a road north front this week when an exploding land mine f of Baghdad, and Sgt. Camara was riding in outside Baghdad robbed this world of Na- the passenger seat as vehicle commander. tional Guard Staff Sgt. Joseph M. Camara. THE TRAGIC DEATH OF JOSEPH Spc. Edmund Aponte, 35, of Providence, The 40-year-old New Bedford police officer CAMARA, HUSBAND, FATHER, who was manning the vehicle’s machine gun was a bulwark of the South End neighbor- POLICE OFFICER AND PATRIOT at the time, suffered burns and shrapnel hood where he lived with his wife, two wounds and is hospitalized but expected to daughters and son. make a complete recovery, Lt. Col. McNa- He was the essence of a community police HON. BARNEY FRANK mara said. Spc. Aponte is married and has officer so desperately needed in this city of OF MASSACHUSETTS three children. rising violence. National Guard officials gave details at a Not only did he do his job with distinction IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES noon press conference at their Cranston during his regular shifts as a city patrol offi- Wednesday, September 10, 2003 headquarters, which followed a meeting with cer, but he gave his family and neighbors on many of the families of the men and women Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, McGurk Street in the South End a profound in Iraq with the 115th M.P. Company. The sense of security. on Monday, September 1, a good and coura- company is in Iraq as part of the 220th Mili- His solid presence allowed them to sleep geous man gave his life for his country. Jo- tary Police Brigade, supporting combat easier and take greater pride in their work- seph M. Camara was tragically killed while troops performing such missions as house-to- ing-class neighborhood of old three-story serving his nation in Iraq, as a member of the house weapons searches and road patrols. homes.

VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.035 E10PT1 September 10, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1763 He was not afraid to step outside his home rent an apartment on McGurk Street. The ‘‘He was a man who was willing to endan- to ask someone to stop creating bothersome neighborhood was usually peaceful when Sgt. ger himself to protect others, both at home noise or even to chase a bandit down the Camara was around. as a police officer, and abroad as a soldier,’’ street. Relatives recall he once burst into a ‘‘He would come out and let you know if said U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass. burning home to save a life. you were making too much noise, to carry ‘‘I know that words can do nothing to al- He spent his free time with his family, en- along,’’ Mr. Cameron said. leviate the pain that the Camara family feels joying the kind of close relationships with A 1981 graduate of New Bedford High at the death of this brave patriot,’’ Rep. his wife and children that make life rich and School, Sgt. Camara was once a general util- Frank said. ‘‘But they should know that wonderful. ity worker for Cliftex Clothing before he they are joined by their friends, neighbors This country, this city, this neighborhood studied to become a police officer, friends and, indeed, all other Americans in mourn- and this family are heartbroken at the loss said. ing the loss of a good, courageous man who of such a fine man to the war in Iraq. He joined the National Guard at 19 and gave his life for his country.’’ He gave with a generosity to his country, neighbors often saw him wearing his black Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., who his city and his family that cannot be re- beret and fatigues when he left for training lost a brother in World War II, had similar placed. on the weekends or during longer two-week wishes for the Camara family. stints. ‘‘When Sgt. Camara wasn’t serving his na- tion in the Army in Iraq, he proudly fought [From the Standard Times, Sept. 3, 2003] He and his wife have three young children, two girls and a boy, and she was nervous to keep the streets safe for the families of SOUTH END NEIGHBORHOOD WILL FEEL VOID when his unit left in February for Iraq, New Bedford. He dedicated his life to pro- LEFT BY OFFICER’S DEATH friends said. tecting others, and we will forever honor (By Ray Henry) ‘‘She said she wasn’t crazy about him that service to family, community and coun- NEW BEDFORD.—Two years ago, Luisa going,’’ said Ivo Furtado, 35. try,’’ Sen. Kennedy said. Vieira was sitting in her house when a series Neighbor Maria Ramos, 35, said she often Sgt. Camara’s family declined to comment of quick gunshots interrupted the evening spotted Sgt. Camara piling his three children yesterday, but neighbors continued to add flowers and candles along the fence lining his calm on McGurk Street. into the couple’s Astro before going to mar- family’s three-story home in the South End. Rushing to the window, she looked across tial arts lessons. Other times, he could be The Rhode Island National Guard has as- the street and saw her neighbor, Officer Jo- found playing ball on the street or sidewalk signed two lieutenant colonels to work as li- seph M. Camara, run down the walkway lead- with the neighborhood youths or out enjoy- aisons with the families of both slain men, ing from his family’s second-floor apartment ing a walk in Hazelwood Park. said Lt. Col. Michael B. McNamara, a unit and chase the car while unarmed and barely ‘‘He was always out there with the kids. He spokesman. dressed. was a family-oriented man,’’ said Ms. Ramos, Both liaisons, known in military parlance Within minutes, she said, the off-duty offi- who first met the Camara family when her as casualty assistance officers, will help the cer had warned others of danger, called for daughter and their children were in elemen- families make funeral arrangements and help and sealed off part of the street. tary school together. guide them through the process of claiming ‘‘He chased the car barefoot and in his box- The Camara family, which gathered in yes- benefits. The officer typically are assigned ers. He was very protective of children and terday’s cold and mist, declined to speak to families for about 45 days, but they some- the kids out there,’’ Ms. Vieira said. with reporters. Most remained inside the times continue to answer family inquiries Yesterday, as word of Staff Sgt. Camara’s family’s three-story house, decorated with for years. death in Iraq spread around his South End American flags and yellow ribbons. ‘‘Their primary duty is to that family. neighborhood, his friends and family gath- ‘‘They’re not taking it too good,’’ Mr. That’s their only duty,’’ Lt. Col. McNamara ered at the Camara home and remembered Furtado said. His wife, Lucy, had approached said. ‘‘As you can imagine, being a govern- the family man as a source of law and other Sgt. Camara’s sister earlier in the morning, ment program, there’s a lot of paperwork.’’ in the sometimes rough neighborhood. just after the family had been notified. Sgt. Camara, who served in the 115th Mili- ‘‘She couldn’t believe he was gone,’’ Mrs. [From the New Bedford Standard Times, tary Police Company of the Rhode Island Na- Furtado said. Sept. 5, 2003] tional Guard, and Sgt. Charles Caldwell of During the afternoon, the Rev. John M. FAMILY, SERVICE WERE HIS GUIDES North Providence died on Monday when their Sullivan, the city’s police chaplain and pas- (By Ray Henry) tor of St. Lawrence Martyr Church, visited Humvee truck struck an improvised land NEW BEDFORD.—After spending more than the Camara family. mine north of Baghdad. A third man, Spc. 20 years in uniform, Staff Sgt. Joseph M. Edmund Aponte of Providence, was wounded ‘‘One woman there, who is the wife of a po- lice officer and whose husband is in Iraq, said Camara turned in his retirement papers to in the explosion. the Rhode Island Army National Guard. that you’re always waiting for your husband ‘‘His death certainly brings out the reality But defense officials barred the retire- of war. He served in a life-and-death occupa- to come through the door, but when this hap- ments of many soldiers after the Sept. 11, tion on his regular job with the city and, pens 7,000 miles away from home, it is even 2001, terror attacks, including that of Sgt. like other patriots, he went to serve his more crushing,’’ the Rev. Sullivan said. Camara and others in the 115th Military Po- country,’’ said New Bedford Mayor Frederick He said there are no easy answers to ex- lice Company out of Cranston. In February, M. Kalisz Jr., who ordered city flags to half- plain the tragedies of war. the unit was ordered to Iraq where an ex- ‘‘We always ask why, but there is no good staff yesterday afternoon. ploding land mine on Monday killed Sgt. Since Sgt. Camara was a police officer for reason when one human being kills another Camara and Sgt. Charles Caldwell of North four years, Police Chief Carl K. Moniz drove whether in violence in the city or in war. Providence on a road north of Baghdad. to the Camaras home on McGurk Street yes- There are no easy answers to questions like ‘‘He had turned in his papers and served his terday morning with a military attache that,’’ he said. time, but he didn’t turn his back on his charged with telling Ana Camara that her country,’’ said his wife, Ana Camara, in an [From the Standard-Times, Sept. 4, 2003] husband had died. interview yesterday in front of her family’s ‘‘I think of all the things you go through in SOUTH COAST OFFICIALS PRAISE OFFICER’S McGurk Street home. the course of a career, that pales when com- SERVICE ‘‘He loved being in the Army. He loved pared to something such as the cir- (By Ray Henry) serving in the Police Department. I’ve lost my soulmate. My children have lost a won- cumstances today. Thank God I didn’t have NEW BEDFORD.—The body of Staff Sgt. Jo- to say the words about the loss of their loved seph M. Camara, a New Bedford police office derful father,’’ she said. Lt. Col. Michael B. McNamara, a spokes- one. That was left to someone else. But I had killed this week in Iraq, was scheduled to be man for the unit, could not comment di- to see the grief and anguish,’’ Chief Moniz flown to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware rectly on Sgt. Camara’s attempt to retire said. last night, the first step in what officials but noted that regulations issued after the Sgt. Camara was appointed to the Police said will be a long process of grief, ceremony Sept. 11 terror attacks on New York and the Department on May 2, 1999. He patrolled city and bureaucracy. Pentagon kept many in Sgt. Camara’s com- streets, at first from the South End station Sgt. Camara, of 13 McGurk St., and Sgt. pany from leaving. and then from the North End station. Charles Caldwell, of North Providence, RI., Several family members were overcome by ‘‘He was very unassuming and calm,’’ said both soldiers in the 115th Military Policy tears as they tried to describe Sgt. Camara, Capt. Kevin Hegarty, who supervised the Company of the Rhode Island National who served in Saudi Arabia during Operation North End station. ‘‘He wasn’t excitable or Guard, were killed Monday when an impro- Desert Storm in 1991. an outspoken guy.’’ vised land mine exploded under their ‘‘He was everything to me. He’s my brother The ‘‘quiet and competent’’ officer, Capt. Humvee on a road north of Baghdad. A third and now he’s my guardian angel,’’ said his Hegarty said, was a reassuring presence both man, Spc. Edmund Aponte of Providence, sister, Michelle Camara. at work and, according to this neighbors, at was seriously injured. Although Sgt. Camara had only been a home. As representatives of the Delaware Army New Bedford police officer for four years, he ‘‘We knew if there was a problem we could National Guard prepared to receive the bod- had decided to ‘‘serve and protect’’ long be- go right across (the street),’’ said neighbor ies in a private ceremony, South Coast con- fore he took the oath in October 1999. He ran Gary Cameron, 36, who said Sgt. Camara’s gressmen praised Sgt. Camara’s local and into his neighborhood’s burning house on presence figured heavily in his decision to global public service. July 21, 1995, to rescue an elderly woman and

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VerDate jul 14 2003 04:55 Sep 11, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10SE8.044 E10PT1 September 10, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1765 SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS forcement, and Peter Lichtenbaum, of SEPTEMBER 24 Virginia, to be Assistant Secretary of Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, 10 a.m. Commerce for Export Administration. Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions agreed to by the Senate on February 4, SD–538 Business meeting to consider pending 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- Veterans’ Affairs calendar business. tem for a computerized schedule of all To hold joint hearings with the House SD–430 meetings and hearings of Senate com- Committee on Veterans’ Affairs to re- ceive the legislative presentation of Indian Affairs mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- To hold hearings to examine S. 1601, to tees, and committees of conference. The American Legion. SH–216 amend the Indian Child Protection and This title requires all such committees 2:30 p.m. Family Violence Prevention Act to to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs provide for the reporting and reduction Digest—designated by the Rules com- International Trade and Finance Sub- of child abuse and family violence mittee—of the time, place, and purpose committee incidences on Indian reservations. of the meetings, when scheduled, and To hold hearings to examine financial re- SR–485 any cancellations or changes in the construction in Iraq. SEPTEMBER 25 meetings as they occur. SD–538 Judiciary 10 a.m. As an additional procedure along To hold hearings to examine the impor- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions with the computerization of this infor- tance of the H-1 visa to the American To hold hearings to examine intellectual mation, the Office of the Senate Daily economy. diversity. Digest will prepare this information for SD–226 SD–430 printing in the Extensions of Remarks SEPTEMBER 17 Indian Affairs section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD 10 a.m. To hold hearings to examine proposed on Monday and Wednesday of each Energy and Natural Resources legislation to reauthorize the Head week. Business meeting to consider pending Start program. Meetings scheduled for Thursday, calendar business. Room to be announced September 11, 2003 may be found in the SD–366 SEPTEMBER 30 Governmental Affairs Daily Digest of today’s RECORD. 10 a.m. To hold hearings to examine what can be Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs done to ensure the future viability of MEETINGS SCHEDULED To hold hearings to examine the state of the U.S. Postal Service. SEPTEMBER 15 SD–342 the securities industry. 2:30 p.m. Indian Affairs SD–538 Governmental Affairs To hold hearings to examine S. 420, to Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Financial Management, the Budget, and provide for the acknowledgement of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Serv- International Security Subcommittee the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. ices Subcommittee To hold hearings to examine defined ben- SR–485 To hold hearings to examine underage efit pension plans and the Pension Ben- Judiciary drinking. efits Guaranty Corporation, focusing To hold hearings to examine the nomina- SD–430 on specific changes that may be re- tions of Margaret Catharine Rodgers, OCTOBER 2 quired within the current pension sys- to be United States District Judge for tem to help ensure the financial sta- the Northern District of Florida, Roger 2 p.m. bility of companies with underfunded W. Titus, to be United States District Indian Affairs pension liabilities. Judge for the District of Maryland, To hold hearings to examine S. 1438, to SD–342 George W. Miller, of Virginia, to be a provide for equitable compensation of the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the SEPTEMBER 16 Judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims, and David W. Spokane Reservation in settlement of 9:30 a.m. McKeague, of Michigan, to be United claims of the Tribe concerning the con- Environment and Public Works States Circuit Judge for the Sixth Cir- tribution of the Tribe to the produc- Fisheries, Wildlife, and Water Sub- cuit. tion of hydropower by the Grand Cou- committee SD–226 lee Dam. To hold oversight hearings to examine 2 p.m. SR–485 the implementation of the Clean Water Judiciary Act. To hold hearings to examine effective OCTOBER 16 SD–406 federal, state and local law enforce- 10 a.m. Governmental Affairs ment strategies to combat gang vio- Indian Affairs To hold oversight hearings to examine lence in America. To hold hearings to examine the Mis- the future of the GAO; to be imme- SD–226 souri River Master Manual. diately followed by a hearing to con- 2:30 p.m. SR–485 sider the nomination of C. Suzanne Foreign Relations OCTOBER 21 Mencer, of Colorado, to be the Director International Economic Policy, Export and of the Office for Domestic Prepared- Trade Promotion Subcommittee 10 a.m. ness, Department of Homeland Secu- To hold hearings to examine West Africa Indian Affairs rity. and Latin America in relation to U.S. To hold hearings to examine S. 1565, to SD–342 Energy Security. reauthorize the Native American Pro- Judiciary SD–419 grams Act of 1974. Rules and Administration SEPTEMBER 18 SR–485 To hold joint hearings to examine the continuity of the United States govern- 10 a.m. ment in relation to the Presidency. Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions POSTPONEMENTS Aging Subcommittee SR–325 To hold hearings to examine abuse of the SEPTEMBER 17 10 a.m. elderly. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs 10 a.m. SD–430 To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions tions of Harvey S. Rosen, of New Jer- SEPTEMBER 23 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Serv- sey, and Kristin J. Forbes, of Massa- 10 a.m. ices Subcommittee chusetts, each to be a Member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions To hold hearings to examine the report Council of Economic Advisers, Julie L. To hold hearings to examine health tech- of the Mental Health Commission. Myers, of Kansas, to be Assistant Sec- nology. SD–430 retary of Commerce for Export En- SD–430

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