[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 175 (Tuesday, November 7, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2116]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ASSOCIATION NOTRE DAME de CAMBRIDGE

                                 ______


                       HON. JOSEPH P. KENNEDY II

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 7, 1995

  Mr. KENNEDY of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the 
association Notre Dame de Cambridge on the occasion of their 75th 
anniversary.
  The association, also known as the French Club, was founded in 1920 
by a group of French-Canadian men of the parish of Notre Dame de Pitie 
in North Cambridge. They established the club to foster, encourage, and 
promote unity, benevolence, charity, and sociability among its members.
  The French Club was initially a home to French-Canadians who spent 
their summers working at the New England Brick Co. and their winters in 
Quebec. Gradually, these members found permanent work and sent for 
their families, establishing a French-Canadian community in North 
Cambridge.
  Following, the end of World War II, bylaws were amended to allow 
guest members to join. Association Notre Dame became a place to come 
together for all. Although it is still affectionately called the French 
Club, it is truly a melting pot with a combined membership of over 200.
  Over the years, this club has been instrumental in promoting 
community spirit. Through the efforts of members, North Cambridge 
Little League baseball is now a reality. They also sponsor a Christmas 
party for children in the community, award annual scholarships, and 
contribute to a variety of charitable causes, such as the Jimmy Fund.
  On the celebration of their diamond jubilee, I would like to commend 
the Association Notre Dame for their community involvement, and wish 
them continued success.

                          ____________________