[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 181 (Wednesday, November 15, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2183-E2184]
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                       TRIBUTE TO HARRY A. SCARR

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                      HON. WILLIAM H. ZELIFF, JR.

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 15, 1995

  Mr. ZELIFF. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment today to note 
the unexpected passing of Mr. Harry Scarr, the Deputy Director of the 
Bureau of the Census.
  Immediately prior to his position as Deputy Director, Mr. Scarr 
served as the Bureau's Acting Director for almost 22 months. In 1988, 
Mr. Scarr received the Department of Commerce's highest award, a Gold 
Medal, for his contributions to Federal economic statistics and to the 
preparation for the 1990 census.
  Mr. Scarr's 25 years of dedicated service to the Federal Government 
includes tenures at the Department of Commerce, the Department of 
Justice, the Immigration and Naturalization Service, and the National 
Institute of Mental Health. Having received his degrees from the 
University of Michigan and Harvard University, and having taught at the 
University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, Mr. Scarr chose a career 
in Federal service. His distinguished career is an example for all. He 
was among the best and brightest, and nobly chose Federal service.
  As chairman of the subcommittee which exercises oversight over the 
Bureau of the Census, I was looking forward to working with Mr. Scarr. 
The Census Bureau will greatly miss his expertise and knowledge as it 
prepares for the 2000 census. I offer my condolences to the family of 
Mr. Scarr and his fellow workers at the Bureau.

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  CONGRATULATIONS TO BISHOP ANTHONY M. PILLA: CHOSEN AS PRESIDENT OF 
                            CATHOLIC BISHOPS

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                           HON. LOUIS STOKES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 15, 1995

  Mr. STOKES. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to extend congratulations to 
Bishop Anthony M. Pilla, a resident of my congressional district and 
leader of the Diocese of Cleveland. On yesterday, Bishop Pilla was 
elected as the new president of the National Conference of Catholic 
Bishops. In this influential post, he will serve as the chief spokesman 
for the Catholic Church and provide leadership for its 60 million 
American parishioners. Previously, Bishop Pilla served as vice 
president of this distinguished organization. On behalf of the 
residents of the 11th Congressional District, we express our strong 
support and encouragement to Bishop Pilla as he assumes the presidency.
  Since 1980, Bishop Anthony Pilla has led the Diocese of Cleveland. 
Throughout his tenure, he has been outspoken on the social, political, 
and religious issues confronting our community and the Nation. His 
strong leadership and dedication has earned him the respect of the 
entire community. He is not only admired, but he is an individual of 
the highest integrity and commitment.
  As he assumes the helm of the National Conference of Catholic 
Bishops, Bishop Pilla does so with the full support of the 
organization. In the election, he garnered 170 of the 238 votes cast, 
and bested 10 other candidates to win the 3-year presidency.
  Mr. Speaker, on Friday, November 17, 1995, the Cleveland community 
will express its pride in Bishop Anthony Pilla with a Mass being held 
in his honor. I take pride in expressing my personal congratulations to 
Bishop Pilla. He is someone whom I greatly admire, and I wish him well 
as he assumes this major post.

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