[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 77 (Wednesday, May 26, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1096-E1097]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     IN HONOR OF HANK WILLIAMS III

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                          HON. JO ANN EMERSON

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 26, 1999

  Mrs. EMERSON. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in recognition of a young man 
that understands the meaning of heritage and tradition. Hank Williams 
III is the third generation of country music performers to come from 
the legendary Hank Williams family. Hank Williams III has strong ties 
to the great State of Missouri as he spent most of his childhood in 
Jane, a small town in southwestern Missouri.
  On June 5, 1999, Hank Williams III will help maintain those strong 
Missouri ties by performing for the Malden Chamber of Commerce's annual 
country music concert. The concert originally started as a benefit show 
that was performed by country legend Tammy Wynette. Unfortunately, due 
to Ms. Wynette's untimely death, the Chamber had to find a replacement 
act. What better person could the Chamber have chosen to help out but 
Hank Williams III?
  All three generations of the Hank Williams family should be commended 
for their contributions to our American culture. Hank Williams, Sr. was 
country music's first super star. Hank Williams, Jr. was one of the 
first artists to combine southern rock music with country music, and he 
is credited by many for his role in broadening the popularity of 
country music.

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Hank Williams III is now carrying on an already stellar family name and 
working to further enhance the country music industry that rests on the 
foundation built by his grandfather and father.
  The rich tradition of the Williams family and their positive 
contribution to our American culture is truly an inspiration to us all.

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