[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 136 (Tuesday, September 30, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1930]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO SAMMY HUDSON

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 30, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before this body of 
Congress and this nation today to pay tribute to a man who has spent 
his life providing a valuable service to others. Sammy Hudson of Grand 
Junction, Colorado has shined the shoes of thousands of community 
members and visitors, providing everyone with great service and 
pleasant conversation. For his years of service to the community, along 
with his hard work and dedication, I am honored to recognize Sammy here 
today.
  -Sammy began shinning shoes as a nine-year-old boy in Chicago, 
learning the craft from his grandfather. He has spent the last 23 years 
working in Grand Junction, and today, as the only traditional shoe-
shiner in Grand Junction, Sammy provides a valuable service to his 
customers. His six decades of experience, along with a rigorous 
attention to detail and engaging personality, enable Sammy to brighten 
up the lives of numerous customers while simultaneously making a living 
doing something he enjoys.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Sammy Hudson for his service to 
the Grand Junction community. Sammy serves as an example of the kind of 
resourcefulness, hard work, and dedication that have helped to make 
this country great. Recognition for the outstanding service he provides 
is long overdue, and I am privileged to bring Sammy's story to the 
attention of this body of Congress today.

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