[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 154 (Friday, November 18, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2421]
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                  HONORING THE WHITE ROCK ROTARY CLUB

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 18, 2005

  Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, today, I would like to help celebrate 
two significant anniversaries of Rotary International. This year, 
Rotary International celebrated its 100th anniversary. From its humble 
roots in Chicago, Illinois, Rotary has grown into a worldwide 
organization of business and professional leaders who provide 
humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all 
vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Since 1943, 
Rotary International has distributed more than $1.1 billion to combat 
Polio, promote cultural exchanges and encourage community service.
  I also want to recognize the White Rock Rotary Club for their 45 
years of service to the community. Throughout its history, the White 
Rock Rotary Club has achieved great success in carrying out the mission 
of Rotary International.
  The White Rock Rotary Club has raised money to support charities and 
programs, such as Journey of Hope. The White Rock Rotary Club has also 
been very involved in a local community project building a picnic 
pavilion in conjunction with two other local rotary clubs in honor of 
Rotary International's 100th Anniversary. In addition, they support 
community endeavors such as tutoring programs and nursing home visits 
for senior without family members.
  Through these initiatives, the White Rock Rotary Club exemplifies the 
values of service and charity that lie at the heart of American 
society. As the Congressional representative of the members of this 
outstanding organization, it is my distinct pleasure to honor them 
today in the United States House of Representatives.

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