[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 23 (Tuesday, February 28, 2006)]
[House]
[Page H417]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING MARGARET ROGERS GHIOTTO OF BROOKSVILLE, FLORIDA

  (Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow is March 1, 
and each March we celebrate the achievements of our American women 
during Women's History Month.
  This year I want to take the opportunity to honor Margaret Rogers 
Ghiotto from Brooksville, Florida. A decorated and accomplished 
business leader and humanitarian, she deserves special recognition for 
her good work and deeds throughout her 89 years. She was a pillar in 
the Hernando County community until her death earlier last month. Her 
story is an inspiration to all Americans, but especially women.
  Known by her friends and family as Weenie, her success as a 
businesswoman came at a time when a woman's place was supposed to be in 
the home. She owned and managed Rogers Christmas House, as well as 
Jennings House in Brooksville, Florida, that is on the National 
Register.
  It was with great reverence and admiration that friends, family, and 
members of the community paid their respects to Margaret on February 
18, 2006. Margaret's story is an inspiration not only to women business 
owners but to all residents throughout the Nation.

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