[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 126 (Tuesday, August 1, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1573]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                          THE HAMPTON CLASSIC

                                 ______


                         HON. MICHAEL P. FORBES

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 1, 1995
  Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to proclaim August to be 
Hampton Classic Month. On August 27, I will join with tens of thousands 
of admirers in Bridgehampton, Long Island, NY, in celebration of the 
20th anniversary of the Hampton Classic. In addition to being one of 
the Nation's most superb horseshows, it is also an outstanding 
fundraising event. Thanks to the classic's program of charitable 
giving, the public's support of this wonderful event also makes 
possible a generosity that otherwise might not be available.
  Since the inaugural show in 1976, Southampton Hospital has received 
more than $500,000 thanks to patrons of the Hampton Classic. In 
addition, Mr. Speaker, the classic produces significant annual revenues 
for the Nassau-Suffolk Chapter of Juvenile Diabetes Foundation and the 
U.S. Equestrian Team, sponsors of our Olympic and other international 
riding teams.
  Mr. Speaker, I join with all our neighbors, friends, and visitors to 
the east end in extending heartiest congratulations and sincere thanks 
to everyone in the Hampton Classic family whose selfless devotion to 
this tremendous undertaking have made it a success. The Hampton Classic 
is a truly extraordinary event and, on behalf of a grateful community, 
I extend my sincere appreciation to all who support it.


                          ____________________