[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 167 (Thursday, October 26, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2050-E2051]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          SALUTE TO EDDIE DEAN

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                          HON. ELTON GALLEGLY

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 26, 1995

  Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a true legend, a man 
who has spent his life entertaining people around the world on radio, 
television, and the big screen--Eddie Dean.
  When I was a child growing up in southern California, Eddie Dean was 
one of my greatest heroes. The singing cowboy who wore the white hat 
and always saved the fair maiden, he represented everything that was 
fresh and new and good in America to a child in the 1950's.
  One of the five singing cowboys, a group that included the great Gene 
Autry, Roy Rogers, Rex Allen and Monte Hale, Eddie always represented 
the good side of people.
  There were many Saturday mornings growing up when I could be found 
sitting in front of a black-and-white television set watching Eddie 
ride and sing across the West.
  Well, over the years that hero became a friend and I had the 
privilege of spending a good deal of time with Eddie. Sometimes we'd 
sit and talk about his latest tour, about his golf game, about one of 
his old movies or just about the music, the ability to deliver a 
heartfelt song that has never left him.
  Mr. Speaker, a group of friends and fans will be presenting Eddie 
with some long-overdue recognition this weekend in Thousand Oaks, CA. 
At a time when we in America are searching for heroes and for 
entertainment that accentuates the positive side of life, this seems 
entirely appropriate.
  I always think of Eddie as the kind of guy who personified the heart 
and the worthy intentions that are inside all of us. I think it is 
amazing that he is still at it today--still touring--and still 
spreading the same positive message he has for more than 50 years. I 
wish him all the best today and far into the future.

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                    A SALUTE TO REV. RICHARD A. DENT

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                        HON. THOMAS M. FOGLIETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 26, 1995

  Mr. FOGLIETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to day to salute Rev. Richard A. 
Dent for his many years of dedicated service at the First African 
Baptist Church in Sharon Hill, PA.
  Reverend Dent, educated at Antioch College, Temple University, 
Cheyney State University, and Eastern Theological Seminary, has been 
the pastor of the First African Baptist Church for over 10 years. Not 
only does this spiritual man pastor his flock with compassion, 
humility, and love, he is always available to anyone in the community.
  Reverend Dent has initiated many community outreach programs 
including the Community Health Program, the Holiday Feeding Program and 
the Emergency Food Cupboard. In Addition, Reverend Dent is responsible 
for the Project For The Homeless which provides food, toiletries, and 
clothing for the homeless in the city of Philadelphia.
  Reverend Dent is also an educator. Since his retirement from teaching 
school, he has become an activist concerned about quality education. 
Reverend Dent has been the catalyst for many valuable programs such as 
the Community Tutorial Program and the Satellite Learning Center. 
Reverend Dent has also played a vital role in the initiation of the 
B.W. Watkins Scholarship which provides financial assistance to 
approximately 30 students in college and professional schools. He made 
available to students such institutions as the Mary E. Watkins Multi 
Media Purpose Center which consist of a library, computer lab, and 
modern technology.
  I hope my colleagues will join me today in congratulating the 
Reverend Richard A. Denton for his many years of service with the 
Baptist Church and the Sharon Hill community. I wish the Reverend 
Richard A. Dent and the First African Baptist Church the very best as 
they continue their service to the Baptist community in Sharon Hill, 
PA.

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