[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 139 (Thursday, October 24, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1960]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING EVELYN ``BLACKIE'' WATTERS AND THE OTERO COUNTY REPUBLICAN 
                                 WOMEN

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 24, 2002

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to give thanks to a very 
special group of ladies in Otero County, Colorado. The Otero County 
Republican Women work diligently to promote and defend the ideals of 
the Republican Party. They have been supportive of me, my staff, and 
every effort I have pursued in the Congress.
  They are tireless leaders in their community, and I am so proud to 
have been able to represent them in Congress for the past six years. 
Their efforts on behalf of Republican Women and the Republican Party do 
not go without great admiration and appreciation.
  One member of this organization that must be specifically recognized 
is Evelyn ``Blackie'' Watters. She leads this group with extraordinary 
skill, enthusiasm and vigor. The Otero County Republican Women are 
fortunate to have such a strong Republican woman at the helm. She is a 
testament to Republican activists throughout Colorado.

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