[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 142 (Tuesday, October 19, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2135]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE J.E. DUNN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

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                          HON. KAREN McCARTHY

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 19, 1999

  Ms. McCARTHY of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, today I take great pride in 
recognizing the J.E. Dunn Construction Company. This year they 
celebrate 75 years of excellence as one of Kansas City's most 
established and respected builders.
  In 1924, John Ernest Dunn founded the family owned business of 
constructing residential homes in our community. Today, the third 
generation of Dunns lead the company in its numerous high profile 
projects and generous civic contributions. For 75 years, the Dunns have 
etched the Kansas City skyline, and built a reputation of integrity and 
concern for the people in our region. This anniversary marks their 
outstanding dedication to building relationships and developing our 
community.
  J.E. Dunn Construction Company is made up of construction companies 
in Oregon, Colorado, Minnesota, Texas, and Missouri. In our own greater 
metropolitan area the Dunns have been instrumental in the building of 
the Stowers Institute for Cancer Research, the renovation of the 
historic Muelbach Hotel and Union Station, and the impressive coiled 
design of the Reorganized Church of Latter Day Saints Temple in 
Independence. In addition to these projects, the Dunns employ over a 
thousand people in Kansas City who have worked on the International 
Sprint Campus, the Charles Evans Whittaker Federal Courthouse where my 
Fifth District Office is located, and a number of hospitals including 
Children's Mercy, the Lee's Summit Hospital, and Saint Luke's.
  Beginning with John Ernest Dunn, the entire Dunn clan continues to 
practice the tradition of serving others. William H. Dunn, Sr., his 
sons, and scores of his extended family play important roles in the 
social development of our region. The Boy Scouts of America, the Kansas 
City Chamber or Commerce, and the Partnership for Children have 
benefitted from their involvement. The Dunn family participates on 
several boards and organizations like the United Way, the Salvation 
Army, the Nelson-Atkins Museum, Rockhurst University, and many other 
worthy causes.
  In celebration of this significant mark, I am honored to recognize 
their efforts and legacy. Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating 
the Dunn family and the entire Dunn organization for 75 years of 
service to the community and fine craftsmanship left to signify the 
standard they have set.

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