[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 21 (Wednesday, March 2, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: March 2, 1994]
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                         TRIBUTE TO HERB HOLMES

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                             HON. JACK REED

                            of rhode island

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 2, 1994

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute a distinguished 
individual from Rhode Island who has, through his dedication, hard 
work, and professionalism, served the people of Rhode Island proudly in 
his role as business manager of the Rhode Island Carpenters' District 
Council of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America.
  Herb Holmes joined local 94 of the Carpenter's Union in March 1955 
and quickly progressed through the union leadership, first as a council 
delegate, treasurer and then to business agent. He went on to serve in 
the important role of business manager from 1981 until his retirement 
at the end of 1993.
  During his years of dedication to the labor movement, he served on 
numerous committees throughout the State representing the interests and 
concerns of hundreds of individuals in his union. Throughout his 
distinguished tenure, he always dedicated his efforts toward the 
betterment of working conditions for the talented members of the union 
which he so proudly served. His accomplishments are many and we take 
great pride in honoring him here today for his 39 years of devoted 
service.
  In addition to his union leadership, Herb was called upon to serve on 
many important commissions in Rhode Island including the Blue Cross 
Board of Directors, the RI Airport Corporation, the Port Authority 
Board and the Rhode Island Economic Development Board of Directors.
  Mr. Speaker, the lives of many people in the State of Rhode Island 
have been greatly enhanced by Herb's efforts in promoting the 
professionalism of the members of Rhode Island Carpenters' District 
Council. I urge my fellow colleagues to join me in saluting an 
outstanding labor leader who I am proud to represent in the U.S. 
Congress.

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