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February 12, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE 2589 parents regarding the dangers of inhalants is anced defense. Led this season by lead- His departure from the bench will an important step in our battle against drug ing tackler and vet- certainly mark a new chapter in his abuse: Now, therefore, be it erans , , life. I am confident that it will be as Resolved, That the Senate— (1) designates the week of March 21 Neil Smith, and Keith successful as his law career. Though he through March 27, 1999, as ‘‘National Traylor. The Broncos defense has im- plans to remain active in the Grand Inhalants and Poisons Awareness Week’’; proved every step of the way through Rapids area, he will surely enjoy spend- (2) encourages parents to learn about the the regular season and playoffs. ing more time with Marilyn, his wife of dangers of inhalant abuse and to discuss The Broncos defense was as equally over forty years, his four children and those dangers with their children; and team oriented in their ef- sixteen grandchildren. I am pleased to (2) requests that the President issue a forts. Their 30 tackles were distributed join his colleagues, friends and family proclamation calling upon the people of the among twelve players. in offering my thanks for all he has United States and interested groups to ob- and combined for serve such week with appropriate ceremonies done. and activities. three and linebackers Mr. President, Judge Laurence E. and Bill Romanowski Howard can take pride in his long ca- f each recorded a sack on Atlanta quar- reer of honor and dedication to the ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS terback . public. I know my colleagues will join What makes the Broncos special, me in saluting Judge Howard’s com- though, is that all of their individual mitment to his community, his coun- ANOTHER MILE HI SALUTE TO accomplishments highlight fine team try and the law, and in wishing him THE WORLD CHAMPION DENVER play from each and every player. When well in his retirement.∑ BRONCOS you look at the Super Bowl, Mr. Presi- f ∑ Mr. ALLARD. Mr. President, last dent, you can see that this champion- year I rose to offer a Mile High Salute ship was truly a team effort. IN RECOGNITION OF PATRICK to the for winning The Broncos offense totaled 457 CAMPBELL their first world championship. It gives yards. rushed for 102 ∑ Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. President, I me great pleasure to rise again today yards, while connected rise today in recognition of Patrick and offer a ‘‘Repeat Mile High Salute’’ with six different receivers for 336 Campbell as he celebrates his retire- to Colorado’s repeat Super Bowl cham- yards. Rod Smith led all receivers with ment from the International Union of pions. On Sunday the Denver Broncos 152 yards, including a key 80 yard re- Operating Engineers. Pat has been a won their second world championship ception that broke the game open in cornerstone of the labor movement in in two years in Super Bowl Thirty- the second quarter. At the conclusion New Jersey for over fifty years, and he Three by beating Coach of the game, and perhaps at the close of has made equally significant contribu- and the . his amazing sixteen year career, John tions to political and civic life. It is a The Broncos thrilling win came after Elway was named Most Valuable Play- pleasure for me to be able to honor his the finest regular season in club his- er of the Super Bowl. past accomplishments. tory. Coach guided the While nothing will compare to the Prior to his career with the IUOE, Broncos to a thirteen game winning excitement of last year’s win, I know I Pat served admirably in the United streak to start the season and an over- speak for all Coloradans when I say States Navy, as a Navy Seabee in the all 19–2 record. Hall of Fame bound that we are proud to be the home of the South Pacific during World War II. icon John Elway became only the sec- back to back world champion Denver Upon returning to the United States, ond ever to throw for over Broncos.∑ Pat joined Local 825, International 50,000 yards and he stands today as the f Union of Operating Engineers and winningest quarterback in NFL history quickly rose through its ranks to oc- with 148 regular season wins. Running IN RECOGNITION OF JUDGE cupy numerous leadership positions. back Terrell Davis became only the LAURENCE E. HOWARD The membership of Local 825 recog- fourth player in NFL history to run for ∑ Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I rise nized Pat’s leadership when he was more than 2,000 yards and his season today to pay tribute to a remarkable chosen as Business Manager in 1976, ranks as the third best ever for his po- person from my home state of Michi- and reelected seven times. sition. Even place kicker gan, Judge Laurence E. Howard. On Pat is Second General Vice President kicked his way into the record books February 26, 1999, Judge Howard will of the International Union of Operating with a record tying 63 yard retire after 23 years of service to the Engineers. As General Vice President, earlier this year. Bankruptcy Court for the Western Dis- he is delegated to attend many con- The Denver receiving corps is among trict of Michigan. ferences and conventions of the Oper- the finest in football, featuring the Judge Howard’s history of public ating Engineers and also serves on sure-handed and hard blocking Ed service is truly deserving of recogni- joint committees of the Engineers/ McCaffrey and Rod Smith who each tion. After serving his country in the Teamsters, Engineers/Laborers, and caught for over 1,000 yards this season. Army during the Korean War, he re- Engineers/Iron Workers. In addition, And no one will be able to forget the ceived his Juris Doctor degree from Pat is President of the Northeastern verbose who became Notre Dame in 1961. He then embarked Conference of Operating Engineers, and the first tight-end in history to record upon a short career in the private sec- a Vice President of the New Jersey 7 straight fifty catch seasons. The tor, and in 1961, he returned to the pub- AFL-CIO. Broncos will send an American Foot- lic arena as Assistant City Attorney of Pat’s leadership has advanced New ball Conference record 10 players to the Grand Rapids, Michigan. A couple of Jersey’s interests as well. He has in Hawaii. John Elway, years later, he decided to return to pri- served as Vice President of the New Terrell Davis, Ed McCaffrey, Shannon vate practice, but in 1968, the call of Jersey State Building and Construc- Sharpe, Steve Atwater, Bill public service encouraged him to run tion Trades Council, and has been a Romanowski, , Mark for the U.S. House of Representatives. delegate to numerous conferences and Schlereth, Tony Jones and Jason Elam Though his bid for office was unsuc- conventions with the council. Pat has each made the trip to Hawaii. cessful, he remained active in local pol- also served on the Port Authority De- The Denver offensive line, while itics over the next several years. In velopment Advisory Committee of New quiet and unassuming off the field, 1976, he was appointed to the Bank- York and New Jersey. dominates the line of scrimmage every ruptcy Court for the Western District In addition to his union activities, week. of Michigan. For the last 23 years, Pat has served as a scoutmaster for the The well-balanced offense has been Judge Howard has served with integ- Boy Scouts of America, has coached complimented by an equally well-bal- rity and compassion. Little League girls’ softball, and has

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