[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 82 (Wednesday, June 13, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                      IN HONOR OF LILLIAN WALLACE

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                          HON. SHELLEY BERKLEY

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 13, 2001

  Ms. BERKLEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize a remarkable 
citizen, Mrs. Lillian Wallace, for her continued dedication and service 
to the people of Nevada. Lillian is being honored on the occasion of 
her 90th birthday. She was born on June 13, 1911, in New Haven, 
Connecticut.
  Lillian and her late husband Julian founded Seniors United in 1982 in 
Las Vegas. The purpose of Seniors United is to educate the senior 
population about the importance of becoming politically active, 
knowledgeable, and involved Under Lillian's leadership, this 
organization has prospered.
  Over the years, Lillian has received numerous community awards and 
has been actively involved with the Retired Seniors Volunteer Programs, 
the Jewish Federation, City of Hope, Mobilehome Owners League of 
Nevada, American Cancer Foundation and the American Heart Association.
  Lillian has devoted her entire life to seeking and finding ways of 
assisting those who need help. She serves as a true model of a woman 
who is dedicated to serving her community.

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