[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 138 (Thursday, September 7, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1731-E1732]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


    80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL POLISH ALLIANCE GROUP NO. 1837

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                           HON. JERRY WELLER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 7, 1995
  Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to honor the 80th 
anniversary of the Polish National Alliance Group No. 1837. Formed on 

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August 22, 1915, the group had 13 original charter members. The first 
was President Theodore Babicki and Vice President Thomas Kien.
  Originally, the group was all male. However, on September 1, 1942, 35 
woman joined the PNA and has flourished to its current membership of 
70.
  The Polish National Alliance assists religious, charitable, and 
military organizations, and the shut-in and ailing. The local PNA has 
contributed to many worthwhile organizations: Morris Hospital, the 
Paderewski Foundation in Pennsylvania, the National Vietnam War 
Memorial in Washington, DC, local Special Olympics.
  Clearly, the dedication and sincere efforts by the local PNA has 
benefited Grundy County and other worthwhile projects. The cause and 
hard work by the PNA is appreciated by all who have been touched by 
their kindness.
  Congratulations PNA and best wishes for many years to come.
  

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