[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 14 (Tuesday, February 24, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E209-E210]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO JUDGE JOHN A. HOWARD

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                           HON. LOUIS STOKES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 24, 1998

  Mr. STOKES. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to join with others in saluting 
an outstanding member of the nation's judicial system. In just a few 
days, on February 28, 1998, friends, family and colleagues will honor 
Judge John A. Howard. Judge Howard recently retired as Presiding Judge 
of the Elyria Municipal Court. At the Appreciation Banquet, he will be 
recognized for a career built upon leadership and commitment.
  I take special pride in saluting Judge Howard. He is a good friend 
whom I admire and

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respect. I want to share with my colleagues and others throughout the 
nation some information concerning this distinguished individual who is 
being honored.
  Judge John A. Howard is a native of Elyria, Ohio, and graduated from 
Elyria High School. He attended Florida A&M University where he 
received Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science Degrees. He went on 
to attend Ohio State University and Franklin University, receiving his 
law degree in 1949. He was admitted to the Ohio State Bar that same 
year.
  Mr. Speaker, John Howard was appointed to the Elyria Mayor's Court in 
1954. His career also included service as City Prosecutor and City 
Solicitor, and Chief Adult Probation Officer for Lorain County. In 
1983, Judge Howard was appointed Interim Clerk of the Courts. His 
appointment in 1984 as Presiding Judge of the Elyria District Court 
represented the highlight of a notable legal career. Throughout his 
career, Judge Howard has demonstrated the highest level of integrity 
and devotion to duty. His efforts have won him respect and praise from 
his friends and colleagues.
  Judge Howard has received numerous awards and honors from 
organizations throughout the State of Ohio. He received an award for 
Superior Judicial Service from the Supreme Court of Ohio, and an 
Honorary Doctor of Law Degree from Capital University. He has also been 
recognized by the National Conference of Black Lawyers, and he received 
the ``Man of the Year'' award on at least three occasions. He is also a 
member of the Florida A&M University Hall of Fame. Judge Howard's 
memberships include the American Bar Association; Ohio State Bar 
Association; and Lorain and Cuyahoga County Bar Associations. He is a 
member of the Lorain County Urban League; the Association of Municipal/
County Judges; and the Ohio Judicial Foundation. Judge Howard is a 
former president of the Ohio State Bar Association.
  Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to join in the Appreciation Banquet 
honoring Judge John Howard. He is more than deserving of this special 
tribute. I take this opportunity to extend my best wishes and applaud 
him for a job well done.

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