[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 129 (Thursday, September 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1845]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE EMERSON FAMILY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 17, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress to 
recognize an outstanding family from my district. The Emerson family of 
Grand Junction, Colorado has been a fixture of their community for many 
years. The Emersons have shown their devotion to their community by 
promoting local products and services at their family run Quality Meat 
Market. I am honored to share their story here today.
  The Emersons have owned the Quality Meat Market since 1946, insisting 
from the beginning that an emphasis be placed on local goods. The 
Emersons' support has allowed many of Western Colorado's farmers and 
ranchers to remain in business through the years. The Emersons feature 
a variety of local products, from meat and jams to coffee and soap. 
They have devoted themselves and their store to serving the needs and 
the desires of their community.
  Mr. Speaker, the Emerson family saw a need in their community and 
they addressed it. The Emersons established a place for local farmers 
and ranchers to market their goods and services to the community. The 
Emersons' deep commitment to their community exemplifies the spirit 
that makes this country great. I am honored to join with my colleagues 
today in thanking the Emersons and wishing them good luck in the years 
ahead.

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