[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 169 (Friday, December 7, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2235]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO MR. ALLAN JONES

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                        HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR.

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 6, 2001

  Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, I want to recognize the generosity of and 
pay tribute to one of my constituents--Mr. Allan Jones.
  Mr. Jones lives in Bradley County, Tennessee, where he grew up. 
During his high school years, he became a member of the wrestling team. 
He has said that wrestling taught him determination, discipline and 
character.
  In the years since his high school wrestling career, he has certainly 
exhibited these qualities. Most recently, he did so with a large 
donation to the Cleveland High School to build a first-class wrestling 
center. This donation represents more than $1 million that Mr. Jones 
has given to the sport of wrestling in his hometown.
  This is the largest amount ever given by one individual to a public 
high school in Tennessee.
  Groundbreaking on this new facility was held only weeks after the 
gift was made, and the construction was completed in six months.
  The center was named the W.A. Jones Arena after Mr. Jones' father. 
This 10,000 square foot facility will seat 500 people and be open year-
round for wrestling events.
  The Cleveland High School wrestling coach described the new center 
when he said, ``This is a dream come true. I can tell you that we'll be 
the envy of the wrestling teams in the area''.
  Mr. Jones has also provided financial assistance for needed 
equipment, and scholarship funds for local wrestlers. In addition, he 
organized and funded the first Wrestling Kids Club.
  He has also made many other contributions in his community that are 
really too lengthy to mention. Mr. Jones is someone who cares about the 
young people in our Country, and his efforts will have a positive 
impact for years to come.
  Mr. Speaker, I believe we can all do more to give back to our 
communities. Allan Jones has set an example for all Americans.

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