[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 137 (Wednesday, September 6, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1706]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                   SALUTE TO MRS. RUBY RITTER JENKINS

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                        HON. THOMAS M. FOGLIETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 6, 1995
  Mr. FOLGIETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to salute Mrs. Ruby Ritter 
Jenkins, whose 100th birthday will be celebrated on September 29, 1995.
  Mrs. Jenkins, born on September 29, 1895, is a long-time resident of 
Philadelphia, whose birthday will be celebrated by the Second Macedonia 
Baptist Church on September 23, 1995. Mrs. Jenkins is the proud mother 
of the Reverend Thomas J. Ritter, pastor of the Second Macedonia 
Baptist Church. Throughout her years, Mrs. Jenkins has been an 
invaluable member of the church in many capacities including the nurses 
unit, the deaconesses, president of the Missionary Society, a member of 
the church choir, a teacher of vacation bible school, and as a Sunday 
School teacher for over 35 years. In addition, Mrs. Jenkins has 
represented the church as a member and delegate to the Pennsylvania 
State Baptist Convention for over 50 years. Mrs. Jenkins has been an 
enthusiastic leader for church functions and fund raisers in the 
Philadelphia community.
  In addition to her many church activities, Mrs. Jenkins is a strong 
advocate for voters rights. She has worked tirelessly at the voting 
polls for many years and always encouraged and persuaded persons to 
exercise their right to vote. Her strong civic and family commitments, 
as well as her determination to help others in the community is an 
inspiration to us all.
  Mr. Speaker, I join with the Rev. Thomas J. Ritter, the congregation 
of Second Macedonia Baptist Church, and the friends of Mrs. Jenkins in 
wishing her a very happy 100th birthday.


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