[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 139 (Thursday, September 29, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: September 29, 1994]
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                        HONORING ANTHONY BELLINI

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 29, 1994

  Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bring to the attention of 
my colleagues the achievements of Andy Bellini, a very important member 
of my community in Astoria, NY.
  Andy Bellini has a long history of service, commitment and leadership 
to his community. This became quickly evident soon after graduating 
from the Long Island City High School in June 1943, when a young Andy 
Bellini eagerly joined the U.S. Marine Corps to help out our great 
country during World War II. From the islands of Hawaii to the Japanese 
mainland, Andy served this Nation with honor and distinction, and at 
the end of the war, after the official declaration of peace was signed 
on the Battleship Missouri, Andy's division had the unique opportunity 
of accepting Japan's formal surrender in Sasebo.
  After the war, Andy carried his service and leadership skills to New 
York City's wine and spirits industry where he has since made a strong 
mark in the business community through his many accomplishments. 
Beginning as a retailer in Astoria, Andy later became a gifted salesman 
and an outspoken union representative. So much so that in 1981, Charmer 
Industries awarded him Salesman of the Year, and his successful 
qualities as both a great salesman and a union leader easily won him an 
appointment as executive secretary of the Liquor Salesman's Union, 
Local No. 2, a position he continues to hold to this day.
  During the early 1980's, State Senator Anthony Gazzara recognized 
Andy's talents and hired him as a legislative aide. Andy soon became 
known for helping many area residents and community organizations with 
their problems. He continued his generosity and kindness by later 
working for Senator George Onorato. For more than a decade, Andy's 
dedication and enthusiasm as a legislative aide have helped improve the 
quality of life in our neighborhoods. He is a trusting friend, and his 
actions show clearly how much he cares for the people and causes that 
he fights for.
  Andy has also been an outstanding member of the Taminent Regular 
Democratic Club. His diligence and eye for detail have been essential 
to many of Taminent's successful club functions.
  Mr. Speaker, because of his tremendous achievements on behalf of 
others, I hope my colleagues will join me in honoring Mr. Anthony 
Bellini. He deserves our highest respect.

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