[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 55 (Tuesday, April 27, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E676]
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                     RECOGNIZING FREEMAN'S FUR SHOP

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                           HON. ED WHITFIELD

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 27, 2004

  Mr. WHITFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise in recognition of Freeman's Fur 
Shop, an outstanding small business with a unique history in my 
hometown of Hopkinsville, Kentucky.
  Freeman's Furs is owned and operated by Mr. Paul Shafranck. The 
business has operated for 68 years. Freeman's was founded by the late 
Howard Freeman when he fashioned a fox fur neckpiece for his wife. The 
business expanded to an internationally known landmark. For many years, 
Howard Freeman trapped many of the animals and then designed and made 
the coats. Upon his death in 1994, his son, Lindsay, took over the 
business along with his daughter, Ann Freeman Peace. In 1997, Freeman 
sold the business to Shafranck.
  Freeman's Furs has offered fur design, creation, storage, cleaning 
and repairs to customers from around the world. The quality of work 
performed and customer service provided is a testament to Howard 
Freeman. Freeman Fur's will cease operation in April, 2004.
  Mr. Speaker, Freeman's Fur Shop is beloved by its faithful customers 
and all who walk through its doors. It is a shining example of the 
significance and economic impact a small business can have on a 
community. I am proud to bring the accomplishments of Freeman's Fur 
Shop and its employees to the attention of this House.

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