[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 42 (Tuesday, April 12, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E617]
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                 CONGRATULATIONS TO MRS. BELVA TEAFORD

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                          HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 12, 2005

  Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate, thank, and 
recognize my constituent Mrs. Belva Teaford. Belva is a testament to 
the innate goodness of human nature and the overwhelming positive 
effect one individual may have on the community.
  As a wife, mother, and tireless volunteer in Ohio's Eighth 
Congressional District Mrs. Teaford has quietly given much more than 
she has taken. Her work, throughout Darke County over so many decades 
is a constant source of pride and unconditional praise. As a volunteer 
for the Darke County Republican Party Belva's friendship and reassuring 
demeanor have helped guide countless candidates, myself included, to 
success. Yet, Belva's efforts stretch far beyond politics. She is, in 
the truest sense of the word, a humanitarian whose unyielding belief in 
the goodness of her neighbors has helped make Darke County a truly 
remarkable community.
  Belva's attitude, fierce determination, and community spirit are a 
constant source of energy for all those around her. So much of Belva's 
work is done quietly and without reward and it is my honor to take this 
moment and say thank you and it is with a great deal of personal joy 
that I congratulate Belva and wish her a very happy 90th birthday.

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