[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 112 (Friday, August 1, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1578]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN HONOR OF VIRGINIA AND PAWEL BEDNAREK

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 31, 1997

  Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay a 
respectful tribute to Virginia and Pawel Bednarek who have been chosen 
as the Marshals for the Greenpoint, Brooklyn contingent in the 1997 
Pulaski Day Parade in New York City. As editors of Greenpoint's local 
paper, the Greenpoint Gazette, and through their civic activities, the 
Bednareks have contributed immensely to the Greenpoint community.
  Virginia Bednarek, born and raised in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, is the 
daughter of the late Adelle Haines, the founder and original editor of 
the Greenpoint Gazette. After her mother passed away, Virginia Bednarek 
assumed the position of editor of the Gazette.
  Pawel Bednarek met his wife in 1978 when he came from Europe to the 
United States to continue his study of music and singing. During the 
early years of their marriage, Pawel achieved wide acclaim for his 
vocal talent. In 1992, he joined Virginia at the Gazette.
  Through the Gazette, the Bednareks keep the community informed about 
current events while highlighting subjects of local importance each 
week. They also devote much of their free time to community causes. 
They led community opposition to New York City zoning laws that 
permitted X-rated stores to open in Greenpoint.
  The Bednareks' personal dedication to the Greenpoint community is 
evident in their support of organizations such as the Boy Scouts of 
America, the YMCA and St. Stan's Athletic League. They are both 
parishioners at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church where Mr. Bednarek is the 
vice-president of the Third Order of St. Francis of Assisi. The 
Bednareks have a son, John Paul, and a daughter, Maria Yvonne.
  For their wideranging efforts and accomplishments, the couple has 
been honored by organizations such as the Catholic War Veterans, the 
Northside Community Development and St. Stan's Athletic League.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues rise with me in this tribute to 
Virginia and Pawel Bednarek. Mr. and Mrs. Bednarek are tremendously 
talented and exhibit extraordinary dedication to their community. I am 
delighted that they live in my district.

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