[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 85 (Wednesday, June 29, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: June 29, 1994]
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       HONORING BARNEY QUILTER ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 29, 1994

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to an 
outstanding citizen of Ohio. State Representative and Speaker Pro 
Tempore Barney Quilter is retiring after 28 years of service to the 
people of Ohio.
  I had the privilege of serving in the Ohio State senate for much of 
the time Barney has served in the house. Although we belong to opposite 
political parties and often saw issues differently, we worked together 
for years to help northwest Ohio. I can tell you Barney has been a 
strong advocate and outstanding friend of our area. Barney Quilter's 
aggressive leadership was crucial in securing funding for the jewel of 
the State park system, Maumee Bay State Park located outside Toledo.
  Currently serving his 14th consecutive term, this former staff 
sergeant during World War II and lifetime Toledoan, was first elected 
to the Ohio House of Representatives in 1967. Throughout his 
distinguished tenure with the Ohio House, Barney has demonstrated his 
deep faith in, and dedication to upholding the principles of American 
democracy. He has been a strong advocate for children and is recognized 
for his efforts on behalf of the environment, education, senior 
citizens, and Alzheimer's research.
  Mr. Speaker, we have often heard that America works because of the 
unselfish contributions of her citizens. I know that Ohio is a much 
better place to live because of the dedication and countless hours of 
effort given by Representative Quilter during these past 28 years. 
While Barney may be leaving his official capacity as the State 
representative from Toledo, I know he will continue to be actively 
involved in those causes dear to him.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in paying a special tribute to my 
friend, Representative Barney Quilter's record of personal 
accomplishments and wishing him, his wife Mary, and their children and 
grandchildren all the best in the years ahead.

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