[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 15 (Wednesday, February 25, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E226-E227]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO SELMA LARSON

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                            HON. NICK SMITH

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 25, 1998

  Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to say a few words 
about one of my constituents, whose tireless efforts on behalf of 
senior citizens deserves respect and recognition.
  Selma Larson is a columnist for the Adrian Daily Telegram in Adrian, 
Michigan. Her focus for a number of years has been on issues impacting 
senior citizens. Along with her column, she hosts forums to give voice 
to the concerns of seniors.
  Selma doesn't expect you to agree with her on every issue. And, as it 
should be, she does not hesitate to take public servants to task when 
she holds a different view. But her commitment to improving the quality 
of life of our senior citizens is unquestionable. I always take note of 
her opinions and value her insights very much. In a very unique and 
important way, Selma Larson ably conveys to me the views of like-minded 
seniors in Lenawee

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County. She does this without expecting recognition or reward for her 
efforts.
  For these reasons, when I was asked to nominate a candidate for the 
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Ageless Heroes Award, Selma's name was the first 
to come to mind. I know her colleagues and her friends in Lenawee 
County would agree that she is worthy of this honor.
  Mr. Speaker, Selma Larson, through her vigor, hard work, and 
dedication, serves as a role model to us all. She proves every day that 
in America a person with commitment and drive can have a lasting impact 
on issues affecting all of us.

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