[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 105 (Thursday, July 22, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1635]
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      TRIBUTE TO MR. JOSEPH E. BEASLEY ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE 
          INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS LOCAL #66

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                             HON. RON KLINK

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 22, 1999

  Mr. KLINK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in order to honor my longtime 
friend, Mr. Joseph E. Beasley. On June 30th, Mr. Beasley retired from 
the International Union of Operating Engineers, bringing to a close a 
career that spanned five decades.
  After serving his country in the military, Mr. Beasley joined the 
work force in Pittsburgh. Soon after, he joined the Union and began 
what would become a 49 year association with the Operating Engineers. 
Mr. Beasley served in a wide variety of capacities during this tenure, 
distinguishing himself through dedication and hard work.
  Mr. Beasley's career began with his election to the position of 
Financial Secretary for the Local Union in 1972. He held this position 
until his 1981 election to Business Manager, a seat he held until his 
retirement. In addition, Mr. Beasley served as Vice-President of the 
Pittsburgh Building Trades Counsel and Chairman of the Local 66 Pension 
and Annuity and Welfare Funds.
  In addition to his work on the local level, Mr. Beasley also served 
as an International Trustee and the eleventh General Vice President of 
the International Union of Operating Engineers. Most recently, he 
served as the Vice-President of the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO and as 
Secretary Treasurer of the Northeastern States Conference of Operating 
engineers.
  Mr. Beasley's accomplishments throughout his career have gained him 
the respect and admiration of his colleagues. He has proven himself a 
great asset to not only the state of Pennsylvania but also hard working 
men and women across this country.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank Mr. Beasley for all his efforts 
throughout his nearly fifty year career. I wish him the best in his 
much deserved retirement.

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