[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 17 (Wednesday, February 16, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E255-E256]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             BLACK HISTORY TRIBUTE TO REVEREND VICTOR DIXON

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 16, 2005

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, throughout the month of 
February, I would like to recognize outstanding African Americans of 
the 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi, and their contribution 
to Black History. The 23 counties of the 2nd District are well 
represented from both a local and national perspective.
  Americans have recognized black history annually since 1926, first as 
``Negro History

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Week'' and later as ``Black History Month.'' In fact, black history had 
barely begun to be studied--or even documented--when the tradition 
originated. Although blacks have been in America as far back as 
colonial times, it was not until the 20th century that they gained a 
presence in our history books.
  Though scarcely documented in history books, if at all, the crucial 
role African Americans have played in the development of our nation 
must not be overlooked.
  I would like to recognize Reverend Victor Dixon of Copiah County in 
the State of Mississippi. Born September 27, 1957, Dixon was educated 
in the Copiah County School District.
  Rev. Dixon is the pastor of the Egypt Hill M.B. Church, where he has 
been pastor for twelve years. Presently he serves as Moderator of the 
Brushy Creek-New Hope Association. He is the President of the Copiah 
County Minister Alliances, Executive Board Member for the Copiah County 
Fair Association and Board Member for the Copiah County Boys and Girls 
Club. Additionally, Rev. Dixon is the owner and President of Dixon Body 
& Auto Sales, Inc.
  Previously, Rev. Dixon ministered at Greater Mt. Olive M.B. Church of 
Oma, Mississippi for 8 years. Rev. Dixon served also served as the 
Vice-Moderator of Lawrence County Association for four years and Vice-
Moderator of the Brushy Creek-New Hope Association for 10 years.
  I take great pride in recognizing and paying tribute to this 
outstanding African American of the 2nd Congressional District of 
Mississippi who deserves mention, not only in the month of February but 
year round.

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