[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 37 (Tuesday, April 9, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E454]
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         IN HONOR OF THE GARFIELD HEIGHTS JUNIOR WOMEN'S LEAGUE

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 9, 2002

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 50th 
anniversary of the Garfield Heights Junior Women's League. The league 
deserves the highest praise for its years of service to the citizens of 
Garfield Heights.
  In 1952, thirteen women met to discuss the formation of an 
organization that would be dedicated to community involvement. The 
result was the Garfield Heights Junior Women's League which grew 
dramatically over the years. In the past five decades, long lasting 
friendships were created and civic engagement has been greatly enhanced 
as hundreds of women became involved in GHJWL projects. Founder Evelyn 
Hubert and several of the original charter members are still active 
participants.
  The Garfield Heights Junior Women's League remains an invaluable 
resource today, assisting with countless civic activities. The League 
raised thousands of dollars to assist such projects as the G.H. Fire 
Department and the Boys and Girls Baseball League. It also awarded over 
$30,000 in scholarships to local high school graduates and provides 
monthly checks to needy families in Garfield Heights. In 2001, the 
league was recognized for its admirable work when it was selected as 
``Organization of the Year'' by the Garfield Heights Chamber of 
Commerce.
  My fellow Colleagues, I respectfully submit this tribute to the 
Garfield Heights Junior Women's League. For the past fifty years the 
League has lived up to its motto, ``The only happiness you keep is the 
happiness you give away.''

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