[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 17 (Wednesday, February 16, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E253]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        TRIBUTE TO R.W. WILLIAM J. EWING, 32ND WORSHIPFUL MASTER

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                          HON. DONALD M. PAYNE

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 16, 2005

  Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, it gives me a great deal of pleasure to 
recognize Worshipful Master R.W. William J. Ewing for his leadership of 
Jephthah Lodge No. 56 in Montclair, New Jersey. Under Worshipful Master 
Ewing's leadership, overall membership increased and acknowledgments of 
community initiatives improved. His unwavering dedication and passion 
have inspired the brothers of Jephthah Lodge No. 56 to increase their 
own commitments to do more within their designated communities.
  Worshipful Master Ewing performed his duties as caretaker of the 
East, not only by word, but more importantly, through his deeds. He has 
made in-kind donations by extending the use of his business office, 
including his office manager and staff, consistently throughout his 
tenure. He has also made substantial financial contributions to assist 
the lodge. These unselfish acts have contributed significantly to the 
success of the lodge.
  In addition to his lodge activities, Worshipful Master Ewing is a 
good citizen, a former Assistant Prosecutor, an attorney and an 
excellent role model. He is a dedicated family man, a member of Trinity 
Presbyterian Church in Montclair and a life member of the NAACP. As a 
former student, he is also supportive of keeping the legacy of the 
Bordentown Boarding School alive. Worshipful Master Ewing is an ardent 
traveler and is a dedicated annual Super Bowl participant.
  Mr. Speaker, as Jephthah Lodge No. 56 celebrates its annual event on 
Friday, February 11, 2005 at the Ridgefield Regency in Verona, New 
Jersey, I urge my colleagues here in the House of Representatives to 
join me in honoring Worshipful Master Ewing for his dedicated service. 
As he concludes his term in office, his ongoing commitment to Jephthah 
Lodge No. 56, its brothers and Prince Hall Masonry in general is truly 
worthy of recognition and acclaim.

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