[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 132 (Thursday, October 19, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1862]
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   CONGRATULATIONS TO THE OLYMPIC ATHLETES OF SOUTH ORANGE/MAPLEWOOD

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                          HON. DONALD M. PAYNE

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 19, 2000

  Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I would like my colleagues here in the U.S. 
House of Representatives to join me in honoring a group of hometown 
heroes as they are honored at a ceremony on October 20, 2000. We in New 
Jersey are so proud of the outstanding athletes in the South Orange/
Maplewood community who competed in the Olympics in Australia. The 
OlympicFest 2000 Committee, an organization formed by members of the 
local community, are celebrating the unique contributions of the 
athletes of South Orange and Maplewood to the 2000 U.S. Olympic Team.
  History was made in Australia when three members of a family 
presented the United States at the Olympics. South Orange/maplewood is 
home to Joetta Clark Diggs, Jearl Miles-Clark and Hazel Clark, who all 
competed in the 800-meter run. Jearle Miles-Clark won a gold medal in 
the 4 by 400 relay. Coaching the girls was J.J. Clark, brother of Hazel 
and Joetta, and husband of Jearles Miles Clark.
  Also being honored at the ceremony is an outstanding athlete, Tom 
Auth of Maplewood who competed in lightweight 4 man sculls. Coach John 
Moon of Seton Hall whose team won 5 gold medals, I silver and I bronze, 
will be recognized for his achievements. Shana Williams of Seton Hall 
will be honored as the winner of a bronze medal in 1996 and a 
participant in the 2000 Olympics.
  Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me in sending our 
congratulations and best wishes to all of these fine athletes who 
exemplify the positive spirit of competition and striving for 
excellence in behalf of our country. As residents gather to honor them 
at ``Olympic Square South Orange,'' we wish them continued success.

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