[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 53 (Thursday, May 5, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: May 5, 1994]
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                        TRIBUTE TO MARTIN STONE

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                        HON. HAMILTON FISH, JR.

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 5, 1994

  Mr. FISH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to my dear friend 
Martin Stone, a devoted citizen and a real pioneer in broadcast 
journalism. On May 10, Martin will be honored by the Mt. Kisco Chamber 
of Commerce as their Citizen of the Year. A resident of Pound Ridge for 
over 40 years, he is truly a cornerstone of the community.
  Martin has a long history of service in the media. He entered 
broadcasting after graduating from Yale University school of law, 
starting with NBC and creating the show ``Author Meets The Critic,'' 
which he later moved to television. He also produced several other 
shows, including ``The Howdy Doody Show'' and ``Americana.''
  In 1957, Martin decided to set up a radio station in Mt. Kisco, WVIP, 
and kicked off the broadcasting with a benefit for Northern Westchester 
Hospital, two of the emcees being Howard Cosell and Merv Griffin, who 
got their starts thanks to him. He has maintained direct involvement by 
hosting a daily interview show called ``Meet the VIP's,'' and it airs 
on both the local cable station and WVIP. He has also served as a 
partner of Whitney Communications, and was involved with the 
organization of the New York World's Fair.
  In addition to his radio station, Martin has helped better our 
community by serving as a trustee of the Northern Westchester Hospital 
Center and of Caramoor Center of Music and the Arts in Katonah. He is 
also a charter member of the Mt. Kisco Chamber of Commerce.
  Mr. Speaker, the residents of Mt. Kisco and all northern Westchester 
have every reason to be proud of Martin Stone, a man of vision, energy 
and commitment. I ask that my colleagues join me and the Mt. Kisco 
Chamber of Commerce in saluting the outstanding leader. He is a value 
to the community and a true friend. Our thanks to Martin and our best 
wishes to him for many years to come.

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