[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 83 (Monday, June 14, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1238]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


              HONORING DANIEL R. GOOLEY ON HIS RETIREMENT

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 14, 1999

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, I stand today to honor one of New Haven, 
Connecticut's most celebrated citizens. On July 13, 1999, family, 
friends, and the New Haven community will gather to pay tribute to 
Daniel R. Gooley as he celebrates his retirement.
  Dan Gooley has served the citizens of New Haven in a variety of 
professional settings for more than half a century. His involvement 
with the City of New Haven began in 1933 when his father founded 
Gooley's Pub where Dan acted as managed until he became the proprietor 
of the pub in 1973. Over the years, Gooley's Pub has been a popular 
establishment for local businessmen, city officials, politicians, and 
the local Irish community. Gooley's was known for its warmth, 
friendliness and high-spirited political discussions.
  Dan's own interest in local politics led to his election as a Member 
of the New Haven Board of Aldermen where he served three terms on the 
city board. After the closing of the historic saloon, Dan continued to 
stay involved with the New Haven community by serving a five year term 
as Deputy Sheriff. His community involvement continued at the Knights 
of Saint Patrick, where Dan eventually served as President and then 
assumed the stewardship for the Irish-American fraternal organization. 
Ethnic-based clubs, particularly in the New Haven area, have helped to 
enhance the spirit and friendship among its members and realize the 
importance of family traditions and family values. As the club steward, 
Gooley managed the organization, dedicating himself to the promotion of 
the Irish culture in the local community.
  Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure for me to rise today and join with his 
wife, Phyllis, family, and friends to celebrate this wonderful occasion 
and to recognize Dan's contributions to the local community. We wish 
him continued health and happiness in his retirement.

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