[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 21 (Tuesday, February 25, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E301]
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           HONORING BRENTWOOD EARLY RISERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB

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                            HON. BOB CLEMENT

                              of tennesee

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 25, 1997

  Mr. CLEMENT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the Brentwood Early 
Risers Toastmasters Club [BERT] for 20 years of service. On May 5, 
1997, the Brentwood Early Risers Toastmasters Club in Brentwood, TN 
will celebrate their 20th anniversary. The first BERT meeting was held 
two decades ago at Nobles Restaurant in Brentwood at 7 a.m. The club 
met on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday then and is still meeting at those 
times today.
  The co-founders of the club were E.D. Dyer and Bunny (Ward) Woods. 
E.D. Dyer was the first president and Bunny Woods was the first 
secretary. W.D. Dyer was the only one of the 20 charter members who had 
any previous Toastmasters experience.
  Bunny Woods is the only charter member who is still active in club 
activities. Ms. Woods has served as various officers for the club, 
including the office of president. She serves as an example and mentor 
for all club members. Bunny Woods is to be commended for her individual 
efforts for the good of all members of BERT for these 20 years. Thank 
you, Bunny Woods.

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