[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 65 (Tuesday, May 17, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E999]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 MARKING THE 50TH YEAR OF ST. ANTHONY'S ``FREE FISHERMAN'S BREAKFAST''

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                        HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON

                                of idaho

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 17, 2005

  Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a dedicated 
group of sportsmen, merchants and citizens who have reached an 
important milestone as they celebrate the 50th year of the Free 
Fisherman's Breakfast. On May 27, 2005, from 6 a.m. until 2 p.m., 
volunteers will serve pancakes, sausage, bacon and eggs, hash browns, 
coffee, milk and juice to more than 5,000 people at Clyde Keefer 
Memorial Park in St. Anthony, Idaho.
  Volunteers join together each year to continue the tradition which 
began near the opening of fishing season in May of 1955. The St. 
Anthony Chamber of Commerce and the Sportsmen's Association came up 
with the idea to try to draw fishermen into town on their way to their 
favorite fishing hole. The idea grew from just coffee and doughnuts to 
a full free breakfast, served faithfully each year despite rain, wind, 
snow and floods.
  Informational booths were added in the park for guests to enjoy as 
they wait in line to be served. Many local, state, and national elected 
officials take advantage of the opportunity to visit with friends and 
supporters. Each year fishermen come from all over the state, as well 
as adjoining states, to renew old friendships and make new ones. An 
outstanding community member is honored each year.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate everyone who has been 
involved in the ``Free Fisherman's Breakfast'' over the years and join 
them this month as they commemorate its 50th anniversary. I have 
enjoyed socializing at this event in the past and will be looking 
forward to it in the future. I wish the City of St. Anthony well as 
they continue this great hometown tradition.

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