[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 88 (Tuesday, July 11, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1204]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            IN HONOR OF THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF OLIVE WHITMORE

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 11, 2000

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 100th 
birthday of Ms. Olive Whitmore.
  Ms. Whitmore, a native of Cleveland, is the oldest of 3 children. Her 
birthday, October 14, 2000, marks the 100th year of her active life. 
She lived in Cleveland for 76 years, which made her well known in her 
community. She holds the longest term as a member of the West Boulevard 
Christian Church, which she has belonged to since she was 3 years of 
age. Prior to her move to South Westerly in 1983, she was a charter 
member of the Order of Eastern Star and Electa. Her talented voice 
contributed to the choir under the direction of Charles Dawes of the 
``Cleveland Orchestra.'' The choir was well recognized for their 
performance during the first 4th of July celebration at the Cleveland 
Municiple Stadium. Her former community fondly remembers her also for 
the time she was employed helping customers in Halle's Department store 
between 1957 and 1970. After her retirement she continued her active 
lifestyle, and became a noted traveler, traveling to Nova Scotia and 
throughout the United States.
  Olive Whitmore is a cherished treasure for her family, friends, and 
community. Her spark, friendly smile, kindness and caring for others 
has touched countless Clevelanders who have had the honor of knowing 
her. Olive is a young 100, demonstrating that one's positive attitude 
and perseverance throughout one's life can carry you a long, long way. 
Olive Whitmore is loved by many.
  My fellow colleagues, please join me in honoring Ms. Olive Whitmore 
on this momentous occasion of her 100th birthday.

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