[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 145 (Thursday, October 16, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2055-E2056]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     A TRIBUTE TO HUGH ERROL BOSTON

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 16, 2003

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Hugh Errol Boston for his 
accomplishments in the business world for which he has received the 
Thomas R. Fortune Business Award.
  Hugh was born to Mr. & Mrs. Samuel and Ruth Boston of Bush Lot, 
Essequibo, Guyana. Hugh, the fourth of seven children, immigrated to 
the United States of America in December 1974.
  He attended the Anna Regina Primary School and then continued his 
education by attending Burnette High School. After graduation, Hugh 
Errol became a member of the Guyana Police Force, where he was employed 
for four years.
  Throughout his years in America, Hugh worked in various enterprises 
including the construction industry. He also worked at Pfizer 
Pharmaceuticals as a Quality Control Inspector and a mailroom 
supervisor at Philip Holtzer and Associates. However, Hugh never lost 
sight of his goal to establish himself as an entrepreneur. He would 
eventually realize his goal, opening Boston Shipping Enterprises at 506 
Decatur Street, Brooklyn, NY.
  He is committed to giving back to the community and has followed his 
motto of ``making a difference in anyone's life,'' to assist whenever 
possible. This is demonstrated by his numerous contributions to his 
community. He built a Church in honor of his mother at Bush Lot in 
Guyana where he sponsors a Vacation Bible School every summer, 
providing meals and organizing field trips. He also distributes toys to 
children at the community block party near his residence. Additionally, 
he offers part-time employment to youngsters who live within the 
vicinity of his business.
  Hugh is married and is the proud father of four daughters.

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  Mr. Speaker, Hugh Errol Boston has achieved his life ambition in 
establishing his own business and has used his success to give back to 
his community. As such, he is more than worthy of receiving our 
recognition. I hope that all of my colleagues will join me in honoring 
this truly remarkable individual.

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