[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 148 (Wednesday, October 31, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1964-E1965]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING AMERICAN LEGION POST 82 OF INGLEWOOD, TENNESSEE FOR 
     HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS THROUGHOUT THE 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

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                            HON. BOB CLEMENT

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 31, 2001

  Mr. CLEMENT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor American Legion Post 
82 of Inglewood, Tennessee, for humanitarian efforts on behalf of 
individuals across the Fifth Congressional District.
  On July 3, 2001 the family of one of the members of American Legion 
Post 82 was involved in a tragic automobile accident in which his 
daughter was killed and two grandchildren were critically injured. This 
family had no insurance, no money for burial costs, and faced mounting 
medical expenses.
  But members of Post 82 quickly came to the rescue of the Bayless 
family, by organizing a benefit spaghetti dinner and auction which took 
place on July 22, 2001. The outpouring of support was overwhelming, as 
country music artists, local merchants, and the media all offered time 
and talent to make this event a huge success.
  As a result of the community outpouring, Post 82 raised more than 
$10,000 for this family. Due to the hard work and compassion of the 
American Legion, a burden was indeed lifted from this gentleman during 
a time of personal crisis and loss.
  I commend American Legion Post 82 of Inglewood, Tennessee, for 
thoughtfulness and

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sacrifice on behalf of one's fellow man. Individuals such as this 
exhibit compassion and charity at the very highest levels.

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