[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 157 (Sunday, November 9, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2277-E2278]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CALUMET CITY CHAMBER OF CONGRESS

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                           HON. JERRY WELLER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Saturday, November 8, 1997

  Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 60th anniversary 
of the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce, an organization who represents 
a community rich in heritage.

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The Chamber of Commerce is a strong and independent leader of the 
business firms of Calumet region, and thus addresses issues that affect 
its members and the community. The Chamber has lent greatly to the 
development of this fine community over the years and should be 
recognized for its spirit of leadership and vision.
  Currently, the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce provides many 
services to its residents. From initiating the area's ambulance program 
to attracting new business to the area, the Chamber has shown a 
devotion to continuing to build and revitalize the region. Community 
strength, in part, stems from those who are willing to give back to 
their patrons, the very community they serve. We all share a vision of 
good schools, safe streets, and a healthy commerce. The Chamber should 
be commended to their dedication toward achieving this goal.
  The 60th anniversary of the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce will be 
celebrated this evening, Saturday, November 8. At this time the Calumet 
City Chamber will install its new officers for 1998 who include: Frank 
Orsini, president, Mike Sawicki, vice president, Don Todd, treasurer, 
Kenneth M. Tease, executive manager.
  Board of Directors: Tom Cornwell, Harry Jones, Jeanette Sackol, 
Elaine Lane, Bob Sanders, George Karl, Tom Sanders, Ray Mika, Jerry 
Eurley, Chris Martin, and Mike Gauthier.
  It is truly fitting that this Chamber celebrate 60 years of history 
and progress. I extend my best wishes to the Chamber's membership, its 
present and incoming leaders for many more prosperous years to come.

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