[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 135 (Thursday, October 2, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1905]
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A TRIBUTE TO THE SOUTH PHILADELPHIA REVIEW ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 50TH 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                        HON. THOMAS M. FOGLIETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 30, 1997

  Mr. FOGLIETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to my 
neighborhood newspaper, the South Philadelphia Review, which this year 
celebrates its 50th anniversary.
  The South Philly Review is one of the best-written, best-edited 
community newspapers in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Over the 
years, the Review has reported on many of my achievements here in 
Congress. But more importantly, the Review has been the eyes and ears 
of the unique community of South Philadelphia. Reporting on births and 
deaths, food and drink, high culture and low, the Review is South 
Philadelphia.
  In keeping with its commitment to the people of South Philadelphia, 
the Review has sponsored many initiatives to improve our community. In 
the 1980's, they started an annual food drive that helps to feed 
thousands of hungry citizens every year; founded a Youth Appreciation 
Award to promote the positive achievements of South Philadelphia 
students, backing it up with the reward of a U.S. Savings bond; and 
created a Lifestyles Section to feature local artists, writers, and 
entertainers who have made an impact on their community. In 1992, they 
created an Opinion/Editorial page to give residents a forum to voice 
and exchange opinions on important issues, and in 1995 they started a 
free concert series that runs throughout the month of June in Marconi 
Plaza.
  In recognition of the quality of the publication, the Philadelphia 
Press Association awarded it the title of Best Weekly Newspaper in the 
Delaware Valley for 1996. In 1997, the Review repeated as the recipient 
of this award.
  Mr. Speaker, in light of its contributions to local journalism and to 
the community of South Philadelphia, I hope my colleagues will join me 
today in congratulating the South Philadelphia Review for its first 50 
years, and wish it the best of luck in its next 50.

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