[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 112 (Friday, August 3, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1542]
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                        HONORING VIRGINIA ANDREW

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, August 2, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment to remember 
the life of Virginia Andrew from Steamboat Springs, Colorado, who 
passed away on Wednesday, July 25. At the age of 86, many will miss her 
as we all mourn her passing.
  Virginia was a columnist for the Steamboat Pilot, the local paper in 
Steamboat Springs. She was employed there for more than 50 years. While 
her original column ``Sidney News'' was named after an area that no 
longer exists in the Yampa Valley, her memory will live on in the 
hearts and minds of the people that she touched. Throughout her career, 
Virginia covered a wide range of topics ranging from rural news to 
daily events. She even had issues pertaining to agriculture and 
politics.
  Beyond the life of a journalist, she also operated a Farmers Union 
Insurance Office for 20 years starting in 1945. She also was a founding 
partner in the Unique Shop--a cooperative that provided second-hand 
goods and other items to the elderly population. Amidst all of her 
activities, the town was always able to recognize her when she drove by 
in her large blue Oldsmobile sedan.
  Mr. Speaker, Virginia Andrews was a person who lived an accomplished 
life. She always cared for people and wanted only the best for them. I 
would like to extend my deepest sympathy and warmest regards to her 
family at this time of remembrance. My thoughts and prayers are with 
them.

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