[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 143 (Thursday, September 14, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1790]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    TRIBUTE TO QUEEN ELIZABETH JAMES

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                          HON. DONALD M. PAYNE

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 14, 1995
  Mr. PAYNE of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring to the 
attention of my colleagues, a special occasion that is taking place in 
New Jersey this Sunday, September 17. It is the recognition of a great 
American, Queen Elizabeth James, known affectionately as ``Queenie.'' 
She is being honored for her tremendous contributions to the civic and 
political communities of America.
  Queen E. James has been active in the city of Newark, the county of 
Essex, and the State of New Jersey. Today, the term ``diversity'' is 
being used more and more to describe elements and relationships of our 
complex society. Queenie James is an able example of diversity at work. 
She has been a successful entrepreneur, an elected official, a 
political and civic leader, all the while being a dedicated daughter, 
wife, mother, and grandmother.
  She has dedicated herself to making positive changes for those she 
serves. And she has served well. She has committed 32 years of her life 
to serving her local community as a county committeewoman. She has 
served in the leadership of the South Ward Democratic Organization as 
well as the Essex County Democratic County Committee. The New Jersey 
Real Estate Commission has benefited from her service as a 
commissioner.
  Mr. Speaker, I am sure my colleagues will want to join me as I 
congratulate and thank Queen Elizabeth James for her dedication to 
making life better for so many.


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