[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 127 (Monday, September 16, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1613]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   TRIBUTE TO THE GEORGE KHOURY ASSOCIATION OF BASEBALL LEAGUES, INC.

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                         HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 16, 1996

  Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the George 
Khoury Association of Baseball Leagues, Inc., on the occasion of their 
60th anniversary celebration.
  The Khoury League, one of the oldest, most established youth 
organizations in the United States, paved the way for such 
organizations as Little League and Pony League. Khoury Leagues exist in 
many States and foreign countries.
  The Belleville Khoury League is the oldest and largest Khoury League 
in the State of Illinois, celebrating over 45 years of contributions to 
the children of that community. On the occasion of the association's 
60th anniversary, Belleville has been chosen as the host league and the 
city of Belleville has been chosen as the host site of this year's 
celebration.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to commend the 
Khoury Leagues for the opportunities they continue to offer children, 
and I ask my colleagues to join me in wishing them a successful and 
happy celebration.

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