[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 111 (Thursday, July 24, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1582]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO TONY MOREY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 23, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before this body of 
Congress and this nation today to pay tribute to a truly talented 
artist from my district, Tony Morey of Grand Junction, Colorado. Tony 
has painted a variety of murals throughout the community, helping 
businesses gain notoriety while brightening up our buildings and 
streets. Tony's murals are more then just advertisements for local 
businesses; they are works of art that I am proud to speak about today.
  Tony began his art career early in life and began working for a sign 
company after high school graduation. He shortly realized he wanted to 
expand his art career, so he began to paint murals. Eventually finding 
his way to Grand Junction, Tony has continued with his murals, 
decorating buildings with advertisements for local businesses. Tony 
will soon begin work on his second mural at the Bottle Shop, where his 
work has been credited with an increase in business. Some of Tony's 
most recognizable work includes murals for Mesa Pawn and the Eagle 
Lodge.
  Tony's ambitions are leading him to experimenting with work on 
traditional canvas. He hopes to someday display his art in a show, 
exhibiting the hard work and dedication he puts into every painting. I 
have no doubt that, with Tony's diligence, we will soon see his 
paintings on display across the country.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to pay tribute to the accomplishments of 
Tony Morey. His artwork brings happiness to the streets of Grand 
Junction while providing businesses with a cheap, effective advertising 
technique. I look forward to the advancement of Tony's career and I 
wish him the best with his future endeavors.

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