[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 2 (Wednesday, January 28, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E45]
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                      IN MEMORY OF MARGARET McCORD

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                        HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 28, 1998

  Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, it is with profound sadness that I ask my 
colleagues to join me to honor the memory of an outstanding pillar of 
our community. Margaret McCord devoted her life to the improvement of 
life in her community and in Brooklyn at large. She was an activist, a 
civic leader and friend to all.
  I knew Margaret McCord from my early days in elected office. For many 
years I observed first hand this individual work tirelessly on behalf 
of the community, especially dedicating herself to the preservation of 
Sheepshead Bay. Over twenty years ago, she spearheaded the designation 
of Sheepshead Bay as a Special Zoning District. She also actively 
sought to get landmark designation for various businesses in her 
community such as Lundy's Restaurant.
  Her leadership was and still is an inspiration for us all and extends 
well beyond the reaches of her neighborhood. She was very involved in 
all activities of the Sheepshead Bay--Plumb Beach Civic organization 
and contributed greatly to its success as a leading civic association.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in posthumously recognizing Margaret 
McCord for the rich and full life she led, and for the good works that 
made her an invaluable asset to the community. Her memory will live on 
in the hearts and minds of those who were fortunate enough to have been 
graced by her presence.

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