[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 137 (Saturday, September 28, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1809]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       TRIBUTE TO THE LIONS CLUB OF UTICA FOR 50 YEARS OF SERVICE

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 27, 1996

  Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the men and 
women of the Lions Club of Utica who celebrate 50 years of outstanding 
service to the community.
  Since their founding in October 1946, the Lions have been at the 
forefront of efforts to improve the neighborhoods of Utica and beyond. 
This year alone, the Lions Club raised $28,000, all of which will be 
donated to charity. These donations represent long hours of hard work 
by dedicated members who collect pledges $1 at a time.
  The Lions Club has a long tradition of providing services for the 
blind including a meaningful partnership with Leader Dogs for the 
Blind. In addition, the Lions have provided uniforms for the Utica High 
School Band and has helped finance excursions for both the Utica and 
Ford High School Bands to numerous destinations.
  Over the years, I have had the pleasure of becoming acquainted with 
many Lions and have observed first-hand the commitment and generosity 
of these men and women.
  Mr. Speaker, on Friday, October 4, the Lions Club of Utica will 
celebrate 50 years of service with a commemorative dinner at Club Monte 
Carlo. I would like to offer my sincere appreciation for their 
charitable work and encourage them to continue their rich tradition of 
serving the community for many years to come.

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