[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 154 (Friday, November 18, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2426]
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               HONORING THE GARLAND LAKESIDE 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 Garland Lakeside Rotary Club for their 
30 years of service to Dallas County. Throughout its history, the 
Garland Lakeside Rotary Club has achieved great success in carrying out 
the mission of Rotary International.
  The Garland Lakeside Rotary Club is in the process of raising funds 
and building a medical clinic called the Friendship House. In the past 
they have supported local charities, including the Salvation Army and 
the YMCA. Each year they work with Garland Independent School District 
to provide underprivileged children with Christmas gifts.
  Through these initiatives, the Garland Lakeside 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 on the floor of the United States House of Representatives.

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