[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 124 (Thursday, September 17, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1748]
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               CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION OF KCOH, HOUSTON

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                        HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 17, 1998

  Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Whereas, in recognition of 
KCOH's original owners Dr. John B. Coleman, Judson Robinson, Jr., 
Travis Gardner, Skipper Lee Fraizer, and General Manager/Owner Michael 
Petrizzo; and
  Whereas, KCOH was the first Black oriented radio station in Texas and 
has been a source of entertainment to the Houston community since 1952; 
and
  Whereas, within the years of operation, KCOH has evolved from a sun 
up through sunset broadcaster to a twenty four hour broadcaster, 
continuing to provide quality programming to the Houston community; and
  Whereas, former air personalities Gladys ``Gee Gee'' Hill, Perry 
``Deep Throat'' Caine and Clifton Smith set a precedence in the 
broadcasting profession; and
  Whereas, the current air personality Michael Harris, having over 20 
years of service, along with air personality Wash Allen, continues to 
abide by the standard of excellence by providing quality programming; 
and
  Wheras, programming like Person to Person with Michael Harris and 
Confession with Wash Allen provide mediated forums for the community to 
express itself and discuss pressing issues that affect the individual, 
community, as well as, the nation.
  Now therefore, be it resolved that KCOH is most deserving for any and 
all applause and commendations for their work in the area of 
broadcasting and community service to all people and on behalf of the 
constituents of the Eighteenth Congressional District of Texas, I 
extend a sincere and hearty congratulations on your 46th Anniversary. 
Furthermore, I hereby grant Congressional Recognition to KCOH for 
Broadcasting Excellence and Quality Community Programming.

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