[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 17, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E107]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                   TRIBUTE TO THE GLADWIN LIONS CLUB

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                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 17, 1995
  Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure I rise today to 
recognize an outstanding organization in the State of Michigan. The 
Gladwin Lions Club in Gladwin, MI, and its many members have 
demonstrated their commitment and dedication to helping others for the 
past 25 years. By sponsoring philanthropic events throughout the year, 
they have illustrated their desire to improve Gladwin, MI, and 
positively impact their community and its residents.
  It is the spirit of giving that makes the Gladwin Lions Club such a 
special organization. The Lions Club calls on its members to pool their 
resources in order to facilitate programs that benefit local citizens. 
It is this selfless donation of time and energy that makes Gladwin a 
kind and caring city and sets an outstanding example for other 
communities to follow.
  The Gladwin Lions Club and its members have worked tirelessly to 
improve their city and the surrounding areas and enrich the lives of 
residents. They established collection centers at local optical stores 
to allow those purchasing new glasses to donate their old frames to 
those less fortunate. All have benefited from their service, from the 
families who need assistance, to residents who enjoy the improved 
quality of life in the area.
  The United States was founded on the good nature of its citizens and 
excelled under their willingness to assist neighbors and friends. It is 
this sense of community that motivates the Gladwin Lions Club to 
accomplish all they can and to promote this caring nature in others. 
Mr. Speaker, I know you will join my colleagues and I in honoring the 
Gladwin Lions Club, the rewarding philanthropic events they sponsor and 
the sense of community their actions foster. I wish them continued 
success and look forward to another 25 years of giving.


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