[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 130 (Saturday, August 5, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1675]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


             RECOGNITION OF WALLACE CLEMENTS ON RETIREMENT

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 4, 1995
  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 50 year career 
and accomplishments of a true friend, Wallace Clements. After a long 
career with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Wallace and 
Audrey are finally going to enjoy their best years, in retirement at 
their Florida home appropriately located on Restful Lane.
  Wallace is a native Tennessean from Soddy Daisey. Of the people I've 
met in my life, Wallace is the best example of how hard work, 
determination, and raw talent can take you straight to the top. Wallace 
developed strong friendships and a keen insight into the workings of 
Government at the local, State, and Federal level. Wallace had provided 
me sound advice and counsel during the nearly two decades I've known 
him.
  After returning from serving in the Navy during World War II, Wallace 
went to work as a mechanic for a Tennessee trucking company. It was 
during this period that Wallace became involved in workers' rights and 
other civic and social causes.
  Wallace is a dedicated working man who places his country, family, 
and Tennessee at the top of his list of priorities. Close behind these 
priorities is Wallace's commitment to fighting for the health, safety, 
and economic well-being of all working men and women.
  Today we are celebrating the beginning of a new chapter in Wallace's 
life. On this special occasion I want to recognize Wallace's selfless 
toil for the working men and women of America. I know Wallace and 
Audrey's commitment to help a worker who is out of a job or provide 
support and encouragement to a family who is down on their luck will 
only increase in the years to come.
  Please join me in wishing Wallace Clements the very best in his well-
deserved retirement.


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