May 3, 2005 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 151, Pt. 6 8545 210, Supporting the goals of World Intellectual INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION Creek in Calvert County in June. In August Property Day, and recognizing the importance COMMEMORATING THE WAR OF they put troops ashore at Benedict, on the Pa- of intellectual property in the 1812 BICENTENNIAL tuxent River and began marching towards the and Worldwide. Had I been present, I would largely undefended City of Washington. After have voted ‘‘yea’’ on roll call vote 150. HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN the brief Battle of Bladensburg, the British OF marched into Washington and burned much of f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the new federal city. The British then turned to the greater prize CELEBRATING THE CITY OF Tuesday, May 3, 2005 of the era, an attack on . The City of TREASURE ISLAND, FLORIDA’S Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- Baltimore in 1814 was far larger, wealthier and 50TH ANNIVERSARY ducing with Representative WAYNE GILCHREST more important than Washington. Three Amer- two pieces of legislation that will be catalysts ican warships were under construction in the HON. C. W. BILL YOUNG for the forthcoming national commemoration of Baltimore harbor at the time and the City’s OF FLORIDA the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. shipyards were well known for outfitting most IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The first bill, entitled the ‘‘Star-Spangled effective privateers—the Baltimore Clippers. Banner National Historic Trail Act’’, will estab- But Baltimore was well defended. Local lead- Tuesday, May 3, 2005 lish within the National Park Service’s National ers had organized defensive efforts, acting Mr. YOUNG of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise Trails System a 290-mile long trail extending independently from the national government. to ask my colleagues to join me this afternoon from Southern Maryland through the District of Private donations of more than $500,000 had in celebrating the 50th anniversary of incorpo- Columbia and Virginia and north to Baltimore, been put to good use and militias from Mary- ration of the City of Treasure Island, which I Maryland. The trail will follow and recognize land, Virginia and Pennsylvania gathered, join- have the great privilege to represent. the Chesapeake Campaign of the War of ing with many local citizens to defend the city. It was at 2:32 p.m. on May 3, 1955 that the 1812. That campaign culminated with the Brit- The British first met strong resistence at the Florida State Legislature by a special act in- ish bombardment of Ft. McHenry which in- Battle of North Point, but they prevailed corporated the towns of Sunset Beach, Boca spired our National Anthem. through greater numbers and then held up just Ciega, Sunset Beach, and Treasure Island The second bill, entitled the ‘‘Star-Spangled outside the city limits to await the naval co- into the City of Treasure Island. Banner and War of 1812 Bicentennial Com- operation necessary to occupy Baltimore. Throughout this past half-century, the city mission Act’’, will authorize establishing a na- Thus Ft. McHenry became the crucial battle has grown into a favorite destination for beach tional commission to organize, facilitate and line. The heroic defenders at Fort McHenry goers from throughout Florida, our Nation and encourage observance and commemoration of held off the British fleet through the ships’ long the world. Although the current population of America’s Second Revolutionary War—the bombardment, ending the English advance Treasure Island is 7,500, in the winter months War of 1812. The Commission will also seek and preserving liberty and independence for it more than doubles to accommodate the to protect historic and cultural resources asso- our young nation. Our National Anthem, writ- many visitors who want to experience its ciated with the war. ten that fateful night by Francis Scott Key as beautiful beaches; colorful sunsets; unique The War of 1812 tested our young nation to a poem, well recognizes the historic impor- shops, restaurants and businesses. It is a its roots. Shortly after conclusion of the Revo- tance of this battle to our people and nation. great community in which to live, to work, and lutionary War and the establishment of a fed- The proud history of this Second War of to play. eral government for our nation, the English Independence deserves broad national com- Many individuals, volunteer organizations, and French entered 22 years of war. Our na- memoration upon its bicentennial. The first bill and elected officials have made significant tion, dependent upon trade to survive, was in- introduced today will designate the Star-Span- contributions to the development of Treasure creasingly drawn into this conflict. Though we gled Banner Trail in the States of Maryland Island over the past 50 years. Eight individuals struggled to remain neutral traders, essential and Virginia and the District of Columbia as a have had the honor to serve the city as Mayor tools in the English-French conflict were the National Historic Trail. Today, the Park Serv- and countless others have served on the city naval blockade and other trade-restricting ef- ice has designated 16 National Historic Trails, council. Together, they have worked hard to forts. The English, with the most powerful from the Lewis and Clark trail of exploration, maintain the small town feel for this jewel of navy, were particularly effective in enforcing to the trail from Selma to Montgomery. The Florida’s Gulf Coast. blockades, often directly off our shores—fre- Star Spangled Banner Trail will recognize the In closing, Mr. Speaker, let me again con- quently intercepting American trading vessels most important sites from the War of 1812’s gratulate the people of Treasure Island as in our own territorial waters. In addition, the Chesapeake Campaign and the role played by they gather today for the reenactment of the British aggressively impressed American sail- the patriots of these battles in the ultimate de- signing of their charter of incorporation. It has ors. England claimed the right to halt Amer- feat of the British by our young nation. been an honor to represent the city in public ican ships and remove both suspected desert- The second bill we are introducing today au- office for 45 of their first 50 years and to call ers from the Royal Navy and former subjects thorizes the ‘‘Star Spangled Banner and War it home for many of those years. Please join of His Majesty though they were American citi- of 1812 Bicentennial Commission’’ to plan, co- me in wishing the City of Treasure Island and zens. ordinate and facilitate programs and other ef- its residents and visitors well as they embark From 1793 through 1812, our country forts to commemorate the historic events as- on their next 50 years of living and working to- sought to establish its neutrality and reduce sociated with the War of 1812. The Commis- gether. growing frictions with the British on the seas sion will be made up of citizens from 9 key through diplomacy. But anti-British feelings states involved in the War from Alabama to f grew, particularly in the West and South New York, representatives of the cities of Bal- where expansionists were strong. Growing timore, Washington and New Orleans, mem- PERSONAL EXPLANATION economic pressures also led to young, ag- bers of National Park Service, and appointees gressive Members of Congress from these re- of the House and Senate. The Commission HON. JEFF FLAKE gions gaining control and declaring war will have broad authority and responsibility for OF ARIZONA against the British in 1812. bicentennial events, but will also work to as- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Central to the War of 1812 was the Chesa- sure that the natural and cultural resources of peake Campaign. The British were depending the war are protected for the long term. As Tuesday, May 3, 2005 largely upon their navy to vanquish the Ameri- well, the Commission will enable improve- Mr. FLAKE. Mr. Speaker, I respectfully re- cans and they almost immediately began a ments at sites and to facilities necessary to quest the opportunity to record my position on very effective blockade of the Chesapeake enhance and maximize our citizens’ apprecia- rollcall votes 149 and 150. I was regrettably and Delaware Bays. In the summer of 1814 tion of this era’s proud history. absent from the chamber today during rollcall the British launched a land and naval attack Several years ago Congressman GILCHREST votes 149, and 150. Had I been present, I upon the United States beginning in Southern and I worked closely on legislation directing would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 149, and Maryland. The British engaged with the Amer- the Park Service to conduct the studies that ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 150. ican Chesapeake Flotilla on St. Leonard’s have lead to introduction of these bills. I am

VerDate Nov 24 2008 14:39 Mar 06, 2009 Jkt 039102 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR05\E03MY5.000 E03MY5 erowe on PROD1PC63 with BOUND RECORD 8546 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 151, Pt. 6 May 3, 2005 pleased that he is joining me today as the also completed the Governors Hall residence and concern for others, framed his life and original co-sponsor on both. I would also like hall and the Reuter Center, home to the North served to light the lives of countless individ- to recognize all the legislative work of Senator Carolina Center for Creative Retirement. uals and families along Fleet Avenue and be- to prepare for the commemo- Dr. Mullen has also overseen the develop- yond. I extend my deepest condolences to his ration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. ment of new and innovative academic and co- wife, children, grandchildren, and to his many He has introduced companion legislation in curricular programs, such as Integrative Lib- friends. The legacy of his life, lived with joy the Senate to the two bills we are introducing eral Studies, which is a new and innovative and energy, will live forever within the hearts today. approach to general education. of all who knew and loved him well. Mr. Speaker, I hope all our colleagues from Perhaps Chancellor Mullen’s most valued f the regions directly impacted by the War of legacy is his strong personal relationship with HONORING THE MEMORY OF 1812 and others from across the nation will students, in whom he vested his confidence, CORKY GONZALES join us in support of both these bills. trust and hope for the future. Dr. Mullen has f always demonstrated an intense personal in- terest in all students, attending organization HON. MARK UDALL HONORING CHANCELLOR JAMES H. meetings, joining students for lunch in the Din- OF COLORADO MULLEN, JR. AND HIS SERVICE ing Hall, for chats on the Quad and for an oc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TO THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH casional tag football game. Tuesday, May 3, 2005 CAROLINA AT ASHEVILLE AND On behalf of North Carolina’s Eleventh Dis- WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise trict, I would like to thank Chancellor Mullen today to pay tribute to Rodolfo ‘‘Corky’’ for his dedicated service to the students at the Gonzales, one of Colorado’s most influential HON. CHARLES H. TAYLOR University of North Carolina at Asheville and civil rights leaders who passed away on April OF NORTH CAROLINA wish him the best of luck and success as he 12, 2005. While I did not have the pleasure of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES becomes Chancellor at The College of Our getting to know this remarkable man in per- Tuesday, May 3, 2005 Lady of the Elms in Massachusetts. son, it is impossible not to know of his extraor- f dinary political career in Denver, Colorado. Mr. TAYLOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Raised during the Great Depression, Corky IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF grateful recognition of Dr. James H. Mullen, Gonzales rose from poverty to become one of NORBERT ‘‘WHITEY’’ PRIEBE Jr., Chancellor of the University of North Caro- the founding leaders of the Chicano Civil lina at Asheville. Dr. Mullen, who has served Rights Movement in the 1960s and in doing so as Chancellor since July 1999, will leave UNC HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH he gave voice to the aspirations of millions of Asheville in July 2005. As an incredible advo- OF OHIO people, particularly in the Latino communities cate of excellence in liberal arts education and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the southwestern United States. a proponent of community partnerships, Chan- Tuesday, May 3, 2005 Corky Gonzales first rose to prominence as cellor Mullen leaves a legacy of achievement champion boxer during the late 1940’s and at the University of North Carolina at Asheville Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in early 1950’s. His fearlessness in the ring that will surely be missed. honor and remembrance of my dear friend, served him well when he decided to use his Under his leadership, Chancellor Mullen has Mr. Norbert ‘Whitey’ Priebe—beloved hus- voice and not his fists to champion the cause advanced UNC Asheville’s national promi- band, father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, of equality. nence in public liberal arts education. UNC and friend to many. His passing marks a great Growing up poor in Denver shaped his Asheville is ranked fourth among the nation’s loss for his family and friends, and also for the sense of justice—and instilled a very deep 21 public liberal arts universities by U.S. News people of Slavic Village and Newburgh commitment to improve the lives of so many & WorId Report magazine, has been a ‘‘best Heights. in the so-called ‘‘Mexican-American’’ commu- buy’’ in the Fiske Guide to Colleges for 11 Throughout his entire life, Mr. Priebe’s car- nity of the times, and he was one of the first years, and is one of just 81 colleges included ing heart and concern for others reflected of his generation to call public attention to the in the ‘‘America’s Best College Values.’’ along Fleet Avenue. He was born in Cleve- civil rights struggle of Latino people after dec- Among the notable University initiatives land, grew up in Newburgh Heights, and grad- ades of indifference, benign neglect and out- begun during his service the past six years uated from St. Stanislaus High School. Al- right discrimination. are the Pisgah Astronomical Research, though he was of Polish heritage, Mr. Priebe Gonzales also was an accomplished poet Science and Education Center, a collaboration became an honorary son of Cleveland’s and lover of art and literature often extolling that has created a national radio astronomy Czech community. His forty year involvement the virtues of education and urging his fol- observatory and education center; the National with the heart and soul of Fleet Avenue, lowers to use their minds as a means of fight- Environmental Modeling and Analysis Center, Ceska Sin Karlin Hall, served to uplift every ing injustice. Anita, his oldest daughter, has which partners academia, governmental agen- aspect of this significant cultural organiza- said that the standard bill of fare in the cies, non-profit organizations, and businesses tion—an organization that bridges modern life Gonzales household was not the latest fad or in the area of prediction and analysis of air, and antiquity, and connects the people of fashion, but discussions on art, literature, poli- land and water environmental data; the Craft America to their traditions and customs of their tics and philosophy. In this regard, Corky was Campus, that will provide a much-needed fa- Eastern European origins. a true ‘‘Renaissance man’’—although I sus- cility for its students, will serve as a national Mr. Priebe maintained an unwavering focus pect he would flinch at that description. model for green building, and add to the re- on family, community and country. During the In 1965 he founded the ‘‘Crusade for Jus- gion’s growing craft economy; and the North Korean War, he served with honor and cour- tice’’ which became a Mecca for likeminded in- Carolina Center for Health and Wellness Pro- age as an infantryman in the United States dividuals committed to the cause of justice motion, a unique academic and outreach pro- Army. Following his discharge, he remained and equality for those on the margins of soci- gram that will focus on regional problems of an active member of the VFW From the mili- ety. While the nation’s television news covered childhood obesity, workplace wellness and tary to his professional career, Mr. Priebe re- the marches in Selma and the civil rights senior wellness. flected an unwavering level of integrity and struggle of African-Americans throughout the During his tenure, the University has also diligence. He worked as an auditor with the South, young Corky was raising a similar undertaken a $49 million, bond-funded capital state’s auditor’s office, until he retired 10 years voice for equality in the West. construction program. The new Highsmith Uni- ago. Throughout his retirement, he remained In 1967 he wrote a celebrated epic poem ‘‘I versity Union opened in Fall 2004 and the new an active and vital part of our community. At am Joaquin’’ which many describe as the Carmichael Hall classroom building will open Karlin Hall, Mr. Priebe took on any task that greatest poem to come out of the Chicano in Fall 2005. Under way are the new Zeis needed tackling, including bartender, floor Civil Rights Movement. The poem, an odyssey Science and Multimedia Arts classroom build- sweeper, and President. of self discovery and affirmation of ethnic pride ing, a facilities management complex, and ren- Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me quickly became a blueprint for social action ovations to the Zageir Hall classroom building. in honor and remembrance of Mr. Norbert and a clarion call to an entire generation of Through other funding sources, the University ‘Whitey’ Priebe. His caring nature, quick wit, Americans young and old alike.

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