[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 111 (Thursday, August 11, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: August 11, 1994]
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                    RECOGNITION OF J. FRANKLIN JONES

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                             HON. TOBY ROTH

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, August 11, 1994

  Mr. ROTH. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to rise today to pay tribute to 
the memory of J. Franklin Jones, an outstanding citizen from Oconto 
County, WI. In recognition of his commitment to the citizens of Oconto 
County, the 1994 Oconto County Fair is being dedicated to his memory.
  J. Franklin Jones was elected to the Oconto County youth fair board 
in 1958. For the next 35 years he served in many capacities from 
committee memberships to chairmanships. His wide variety of interests, 
from animals and buildings to music and guitars, greatly benefited 
everyone who attended the Oconto County Fair.
  Frank took an interest in the fair at many levels, including 
promotion and organization, as well as insuring the safety and comfort 
of the people who visited. His generous time and effort in maintaining 
the standards of the fair followed in the footsteps of his motto: ``To 
make the best better is the whole reason behind it all.''
  In addition to his involvement with the Oconto County Fair, he also 
was a significant role model for the 4-H Club for many years. In his 
own words, the thing that made him happiest about being a 4-H leader 
was seeing the kids grow up to be good, responsible citizens.
  Frank set a strong example of community involvement by working with 
both the school board and the church council. While farming, he worked 
for the promotion and betterment of the dairy industry by working with 
the Morning Glory and the Badger Breeders Boards.
  Frank will always be remembered for the generous sharing of his time 
and talents with the Oconto County Fair and most importantly with 
Oconto County's youth. His legacy lives on in the hearts of everyone 
who knew him. Thank you, Frank, for your many contributions which have 
benefited so many.

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