[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 31 (Saturday, February 17, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E391]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            IN RECOGNITION OF CHARLES AND JEANETTE HENDERSON

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 16, 2007

  Mr. JEFF MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United 
States Congress, it is with great honor that I rise today to recognize 
the community contributions of Charles and Jeannette Henderson to 
Northwest Florida.
  Nearly 20 years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Henderson began researching their 
family genealogy, and published two books, ``The Track of the Jackson'' 
and ``The Trail of the Griffith.'' Their passion for collecting and 
preserving their own history later prompted the founding of the North 
Okaloosa Historical Association in 1992. With grants and fundraising, 
this body purchased the old General Store in Baker, Florida, and 
transformed the 1908 landmark into the Baker Block Museum.
  Mr. and Mrs. Henderson have been the devoted caretakers of this 
museum since its inception. They have been instrumental in creating one 
of the largest genealogical libraries in Okaloosa County and continue 
to oversee the restoration and preservation of historical artifacts.
  To honor the Henderson's inspiration and dedication to their 
community, the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners passed a 
resolution to proclaim a local park to be named ``The Jeanette and 
Charles Henderson Heritage Park.'' The Henderson's dedication and 
vision will forever be appreciated and treasured for generations to 
come.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am proud to 
honor Charles and Jeanette Henderson for their contributions to the 
preservation of their community heritage.

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