[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 86 (Friday, June 24, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1350]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      IN HONOR OF BART AND CHERRY STARR AND THE RAWHIDE BOYS RANCH

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                            HON. MARK GREEN

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 24, 2005

  Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor and pleasure to 
recognize before this House a wonderful program that has helped 
hundreds of young men across Wisconsin turn their lives around--the 
Rawhide Boys Ranch.
  Forty years ago an idea was born. The idea was to start a program to 
help troubled boys get a new start on life--a program that would teach 
them how to become good citizens, husbands and fathers. It was called 
the Rawhide Boys Ranch, and since opening its doors so many years ago 
hundreds of boys have successfully passed through the program, becoming 
positive, productive young men. Today, Rawhide has grown into one of 
the most successful faith-based programs in Wisconsin, and it has 
literally paved the way for scores of other organizations dedicated to 
helping young folks.
  In 1965, the year the Green Bay Packers were crowned football world 
champions, quarterback Bart Starr was one of the most celebrated 
figures in professional sports. It was then, while his star was shining 
brightest, that Bart and his wife Cherry were approached by a local 
businessman and his wife with the dream for Rawhide Boys Ranch. Well, 
it didn't take John and Jan Gillespie long to sell the Starrs on their 
dream, and a short while later Rawhide was born. Since then, these 
remarkable folks have spent countless hours mentoring young men, 
raising funds, telling others about their amazing program, and serving 
as-shining examples for us all.
  Mr. Speaker, when Rawhide Boys Ranch was founded 40 years ago, no one 
could have predicted it would become such an overwhelming success. It 
has changed lives, touched hearts, and given families hope that a 
brighter future lies ahead. And, it is my distinct privilege to 
recognize John and Jan Gillespie, Bart and Cherry Starr, and the 
Rawhide Boys Ranch today.

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