[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 54 (Thursday, April 28, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E807]
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 IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF MR. JAMES PATRICK NEWMAN AND ELIZABETH A. 
  WADDEN IN CELEBRATION OF THEIR 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY: MAY 7, 2005

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 28, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Jim and Betty Newman, as they celebrate fifty years of devotion to each 
other, to their family, extended family and many close friends. This 
unbreakable union represents a deep and abiding love, not only for each 
other, but also for their children, grandchildren and for their 
community.
  Jim Newman and Betty Wadden were both born and raised on Cleveland's 
Westside. They were married at St. Colman's Catholic Church on May 7, 
1955. They moved a few miles west to Lakewood, where together they 
raised six children: Barbara, Timothy, Dennis, William, Daniel and 
James. They remain a loving, guiding force in the lives of their 
children, and also in the lives of their eighteen grandchildren, all of 
whom remain in the Cleveland area. Jim and Betty instilled a strong 
sense of kindness, humor and integrity into the hearts and minds of 
their children. They taught by example, interspersed by Jim's quick wit 
and Betty's caring nature, offering lessons that reflected their own 
lives--lives framed by hard work, patience, laughter and enduring 
strength during difficult moments. Besides commitment to family and 
community, both Jim and Betty share concern for our country and our 
world. Jim is a United States Veteran, having honorably served in the 
United States Army during the Korean War.
  Jim and Betty were able to effectively balance the demands of family, 
work and community, with family as the main focus. Jim is now retired 
from CEI, following more than thirty years of service. Betty is also 
retired after working for many years as a member of the Baker's Union 
with Fisher-Fazio and Rini-Rego's. Today, they remain active within the 
lives of their family, parish and community. When winter finally 
breaks, Jim and Betty spend peaceful summer days along the shores of 
Lake Erie, where they gather with family and friends at their 
Marblehead cottage.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Jim and Betty Newman, as we join them in celebration of this joyous 
occasion--their 50th wedding anniversary. Jim and Betty continue to 
inspire those around them to live life with love, caring and humor, to 
give back to the community, and to hold family closest to their hearts.

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