[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 186 (Thursday, December 6, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2515]
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     TRIBUTE TO A. JAMES CLARK ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 80TH BIRTHDAY

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                          HON. STENY H. HOYER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 6, 2007

  Mr. HOYER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor an extraordinary 
individual, who celebrated, on December 2, 2007, one of society's 
milestones, his 80th birthday. From a humble beginning as a student on 
a state scholarship at the University of Maryland, Jim rose to head one 
of the leading construction companies in the United States. 
Professionally, his lifetime has been filled with magnificent buildings 
and public spaces; his less-public achievements have been equally 
successful. Jim Clark is an individual of great kindness and 
generosity, exemplified by his philanthropic efforts. He has given 
generously and without reservation to his alma mater, his community and 
his country. By brilliant example, Jim Clark's flames of achievement 
have built a better world, and in so doing, have lighted the way for 
all of us. Jim also has been blessed with his wife Alice, his 3 
children and 10 grandchildren. We wish this truly remarkable man all 
the love and happiness he deserves on this special occasion.

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