[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 71 (Thursday, June 9, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: June 9, 1994]
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                    TRIBUTE TO MRS. MADELINE THOMAS

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                           HON. DUNCAN HUNTER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 8, 1994

  Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the work of an 
outstanding citizen in my home district, Mrs. Madeline Thomas.
  Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Madeline moved to the desert town of 
Calexico in 1940 where she married Himes Thomas, a Calexico farmer. 
Over the years, Madeline distinguished herself as a strong voice in the 
community first by joining the Fountain Chapel AME Church and later 
through her diligent work with the California School Employees 
Associated.
  Despite great personal tragedies that took the lives of her husband 
and four of her six children, Madeline Thomas endured through the 
painful times and dedicated herself to helping others. Known to her 
friends as ``Maddie,'' she continued her education in the field of 
nutrition at Imperial Valley College and San Diego State University. 
She is also a member of the Neighborhood House, the Women Improvement 
Club, the Kiwanis Club, and the Jasper 4-H Club. In addition, Madeline 
represented the city of Calexico as a delegate to the White House 
Conference on Aging.
  Such dedication to so many activities is truly rare in today's 
society, and underscores the importance of recognizing Madeline Thomas' 
accomplishments. As she continues her noble work, I would like to wish 
Maddie all the best.

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