[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 176 (Tuesday, December 9, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2492]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




TRIBUTE TO MR. HARRY SHASHO--A CITIZEN DEDICATED TO THE IMPROVEMENT OF 
                             HIS COMMUNITY

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                          HON. STENY H. HOYER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 8, 2003

  Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, in Southern Maryland we are blessed to have 
so many exemplary citizens who invest their time, energy and talent in 
making it a special place to live. One such citizen who has gone above 
and beyond and exemplifies the true spirit of American entrepreneurship 
is Harry Shasho. Harry believes in the community and has worked hard to 
improve the lives of Charles County residents now and in the future.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to acknowledge the deeds and fortunes of 
this outstanding citizen, Harry Shasho. Harry got an early start in 
business and in fact, says he has been a businessman since he was 12 
years old. In 1976 when Harry moved to Charles County, he owned a small 
chain of camera and electronics stores on F St. in Washington, D.C. In 
1985, he sold his portion of the business and began selling real 
estate; first residential, then commercial. In 1989, Harry went to work 
for Baldus Real Estate and started their Commercial Division. Now, 
Baldus is the best known Commercial Company in Southern Maryland.
  As a businessman, Harry recognized the need to train future leaders 
and became involved in helping young men through Boy Scouts. Over the 
years, he has not only guided boys into becoming more effective and 
productive citizens, but has also trained adults to become better 
leaders. During his tenure as Scoutmaster, his scout troop has produced 
12 Eagles Scouts, yet another tribute to his compassion. Mr. Shasho 
continues to serve on fundraising committees for the Boy Scouts of 
America.
  Mr. Shasho has been a leader in the Charles County Chamber of 
Commerce for over 10 years, holding positions as Board of Director, 
Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President, President Elect, and is currently 
serving as the 2003 President. Under his direction as President, he has 
increased membership and built a strong alliance between the Chamber 
and County and State government officials. They have worked together on 
many issues which impact the business community.
  In addition to serving with the Charles County Chamber of Commerce, 
Harry is Chairman of the Southern Maryland advisory board for BB&T 
Bank, a committee member of the Charles County Economic Development 
Commission, Member of the National and State Association of Realtors 
and has received a National Leadership award from the National 
Republican Congressional Committee.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to honor Mr. Harry Shasho, as he 
retires as President of the Charles County Chamber of Commerce on 
January 12, 2004. We are all so proud of the work he has done to 
improve the lives of everyone in Charles County and I am very proud to 
call him my friend.

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