[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 31, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E23]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  A TRIBUTE TO FLORENCE GERTRUDE BAKER

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                         HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 31, 2006

  Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 100th 
birthday of Florence Gertrude Baker of Collingswood, New Jersey. A 
dedicated kindergarten teacher for 46 years, Ms. Baker has served my 
community well throughout her lifetime.
  During World War II, Ms. Baker organized and served as Co-Chair of 
the Collingswood Veterans' Service Council. As Chair, she organized 
military wives in Collingswood and helped to provide them with many 
beneficial programs. During that time, she began a lifelong commitment 
to service through the Red Cross. Ms. Baker served as a Red Cross Gray 
Lady and spent numerous hours at Fort Dix and Walson Army Hospital. 
Additionally, she was a Red Cross Canteen worker and over the years has 
chaired many successful Red Cross Blood Drives. These are just a few of 
the many charitable works to which she has devoted her time and energy.
  I stand here today to commend Ms. Baker, as so many other groups have 
before. She has educated our children, cared for our wounded, and been 
a shining example of civic responsibility and dedication. Happy 
Birthday, Ms. Baker, and thank you for your decades of generosity and 
service.

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