[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 87 (Tuesday, June 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1210]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNITION OF CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES INCORPORATED AND THE CELEBRATION 
                     OF THEIR 49TH ANNUAL CONCLAVE

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 22, 2004

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to praise the accomplishments 
of Continental Societies Incorporated as they are on the eve of their 
49th Annual Conclave. This national organization of women has provided 
distinguished service to children for nearly half a century.
  Started in 1956, Continental Societies began with a vision of 
providing resources for and supporting the welfare of children with 
special needs. As a result of engaged and avant-garde leadership, the 
organization blossomed and was able to spread its message across the 
nation. Today, Continental Societies has approximately 1,000 dedicated 
and noble women who serve its 49 chapters.
  Among their many successes, perhaps the most noteworthy is their 1972 
campaign titled ``Operation Awareness: HEER'' (Health, Education, 
Employment, Recreation). Having recognized these four areas as 
essential to young people, Continental Societies initiated a variety of 
programs to combat deficiencies in these four segments of youth life. 
In 1977, they added Arts and Humanities as another aspect of their 
endeavor.
  To this day, Continental Societies remains steadfast in its 
commitment to improving the quality of life for children across the 
United States. As National President Tonya Greenwood--a fellow New 
Jerseyan--gavels in another chapter in their history, I once again, ask 
that my colleagues join me in congratulating and thanking this 
illustrious organization for their many years of service.

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