[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 98 (Thursday, June 15, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1250]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                 TRIBUTE TO VFW POST NO. 4087 AUXILIARY

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 14, 1995
  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor for me to rise before you 
today to pay tribute to a very important organization in my district. 
The Davison Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Post No. 4087 received 
its charter on June 24, 1945. I congratulate the auxiliary as it 
celebrates its 50th anniversary on June 24, 1995, and thank them for 
their many years of dedicated service to the community. The auxiliary 
was originally formed around a mutual desire to serve the community.
  The auxiliary is known throughout the entire country for their 
involvement in projects that touch many lives. One of the first 
projects the auxiliary accomplished was distributing toys to needy 
children at Christmas. That original gesture of generosity has not only 
prevailed, it has expanded into many other programs to assist the 
needy. Individuals, families, and particularly children have benefited 
as a result of the magnanimity of the auxiliary. Clothing, toys, food, 
scholarships, and athletic equipment have been provided when and where 
needed. Various youth groups have been advantaged by the auxiliary's 
largesse. Essential items, equipment, and extended use of Post No. 
4087's building, and other facilities have been made readily available 
to those groups.
  The Davison Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Post No. 4087 has 
traveled long distances, and donated many hours of time visiting 
veterans hospitals. These visits have served as a topic to the veteran 
who has been hospitalized as a result of illness, or from wounds 
received as a result of military service. The auxiliary has helped to 
carry the message of freedom by sponsoring the Voice of Democracy 
Program, and sponsoring flag presentations to local schools. The 
auxiliary color guard was formed in 1983, and since then, has been 
invited to participate in parades and ceremonies throughout Michigan. 
The auxiliary color guard has also been the source of pride to the 
Davison community, as it has been the winner of numerous State and 
national awards, trophies, and commendations. The accomplishments of 
the auxiliary are too lengthy to list today. Suffice it to say they are 
great, and they are many
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I stand before you today, 
asking you and my fellow Members of Congress to honor the Davison 
Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Post No. 4087. For 50 years they 
have stood firmly behind their commitment to each other, the community, 
and this Nation. Their steadfast devotion to promoting the human 
dignity of all Americans serves as inspiration to us all.


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