[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 97 (Thursday, June 27, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1193]
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           MR. AND MRS. McDERMOTT'S 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. PETER BLUTE

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 27, 1996

  Mr. BLUTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my sincere 
congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. James J. McDermott on the occasion of 
their 50th wedding anniversary.
  The McDermotts are true patriots. Mr. McDermott left Worcester, MA to 
fight in World War II; answering the call of his Nation in a time of 
great need. His high school sweetheart, Helen Tauras, anxiously awaited 
his return from war and ever the patriots, James and Helen were married 
on Independence Day--July 4, 1946.
  Their love has endured for a half century. They have witnessed a lot 
together over that time and have shared many experiences but none so 
precious as the love they have for each other and their children.
  The McDermotts are a typical American family. They raised four boys, 
James, Donald, Kevin, and Brian in Worcester, providing a loving and 
stable home and instilling strong values in each of them. Their undying 
love for each other has been an inspiration for their children, friends 
and neighbors. Those having the honor of knowing the McDermotts know 
the love and tenderness they share.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to represent the McDermotts who reside in my 
district. I would like to join with their many friends in offering my 
most heartfelt congratulations to the McDermotts on their special day. 
I wish them all the best and good luck as they continue together into 
their next 50 years.

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