[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 67 (Friday, May 22, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E970]
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                   HONORING JAMES LINCOLN OF TECUMSEH

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                            HON. NICK SMITH

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 22, 1998

  Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay special tribute to 
one of my constituents who was recently honored by the Tecumseh Area 
Chamber of Commerce in Tecumseh, Michigan.
  James Lincoln is a local newspaper owner who for 40 years has 
published the Tecumseh Herald, one of our leading area papers. In 
addition to that, Mr. Lincoln has forged an impressive record of public 
service and civic involvement. For his longstanding contributions to 
the Tecumseh area, his peers have rightly honored him as the winner of 
the annual Musgrove Evans Award, named after Tecumseh's founding 
father.
  It is gratifying that the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce has dedicated 
time and commitment to recognizing those people who make such valuable 
contributions to our community. And even more inspiring are the many 
good works performed by area leaders such as James Lincoln.
  As the Chamber knows, a healthy economic climate is not the sole 
characteristic that makes a community worthwhile. While we can do much 
to create a climate that brings jobs, builds roads, lowers taxes, and 
eliminates deficits, the most important deficit we as a nation and a 
community must continually confront is a deficit of values and 
character.
  For this reason, Mr. Speaker, I enjoy taking the opportunity to tell 
my colleagues about those people who demonstrate the true meaning of 
community service in my district in Michigan. So many people talk about 
the need to get involved and pitch in when they see a problem, but 
James Lincoln is one person who takes action.
  Mr. Lincoln is not only a fine publisher, but he has used his paper 
to reach out and make a difference in the community. He has turned his 
paper into a community watchdog, a civic leader, and a valuable, 
respected voice for Tecumseh area residents. He has contributed greatly 
to organizations such as the Rotary Club, the Tecumseh Chamber and his 
local church.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of my constituents, I extend my 
congratulations and appreciation to James C. Lincoln.

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