[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 110 (Wednesday, September 4, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1491]
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                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO BOB CARLINO

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 4, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to a master craftsman and brave veteran who bravely fought 
for our country during World War II. Bob Carlino, of Pueblo, Colorado 
has repaired thousands of shoes for Coloradans since he became an 
apprentice shoe repairman at age fourteen. He continues to repair shoes 
today with his wife, Mary, at their shop in Pueblo. Bob has provided 
his services to Pueblo for over 60 years, including serving his 
country, and I am proud to tell of his accomplishments before this body 
of Congress today.
  Bob, age 81, grew up on Pueblo's Goat Hill and learned the craft of 
shoe repair from his uncle at E. Pfost's Shoe Repair shop, where he 
received fifteen cents a week which he used for a Saturday movie. Bob 
joined the military after World War II began and became a member of the 
224th Quartermaster Company where his work helped to contribute to the 
repairing hundreds of thousands of soldier's boots. During the Battle 
of the Bulge in December 1944, Bob's unit dropped their shoe repair 
equipment and picked up their rifles to fight and defeat the Germans. 
In the aftermath of the war, the 224th Quartermaster Company disbanded 
and Bob returned to Pueblo in early 1946 to reopen his shoe business. 
Bob was a devoted father and husband. He was an example for his 
community, ethically, morally, and honorably.
  Mr. Speaker, it is a great honor to recognize Bob Carlino and his 
contributions to the community of Pueblo and this nation. I would like 
to thank him for his years of hard work and dedication to this nation. 
His efforts deserve the recognition of this body of Congress. Thank you 
Bob and I look forward to your continued service in your community.

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