[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 137 (Monday, October 5, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1909]
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 CONGRATULATIONS TO HARRY AND NANCY E. ROTHROCK, JR., FOR THEIR GOLDEN 
                          WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

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                   HON. CHARLES W. ``CHIP'' PICKERING

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 5, 1998

  Mr. PICKERING. Mr. Speaker, on September 5, 1998, Harry and Nancy E. 
Rothrock, Jr., of High Point, North Carolina celebrated a special day 
in their lives--their Golden Wedding Anniversary. It is with great 
pride and personal interest that I congratulate them on this special 
occasion.
  In this day and age when fewer couples can claim fifty years of 
marriage, Harry and Nancy Rothrock are the exception to the rule. For 
they have based their long lasting relationship on open communications, 
a personal commitment to one another, and genuine love. From 1948 to 
1998, they experienced many ups and downs, and many trials and 
tribulations, but I know they would both say it has been well worth it.
  Harry and Nancy met at High Point College in 1946 where they were 
active in many campus activities. Harry was a baseball and basketball 
star, while Nancy was the ``May Day Queen'' and a cheerleader, Rumor 
has it that it took Harry three attempts before Nancy would go out on a 
date with him, but, in the end, it was ``love at first sight.''
  Their marriage has been complemented with four children--Nancy, Jr., 
Alan, John and Doug--and three grandchildren--Abbey, Darus, and 
Elizabeth. The family celebrated the anniversary with a private dinner 
and were joined by Nancy's sister, Mrs. Betsy (George S.) Bouldin.
  Again, I want to send my sincerest congratulations and heart felt 
wishes to Harry and Nancy Rothrock on celebrating their 50th Wedding 
Anniversary.

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