[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 129 (Thursday, July 31, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1632-E1633]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      CONGRATULATING BUSKEN BAKERY

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                           HON. JEAN SCHMIDT

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 30, 2008

  Mrs. SCHMIDT. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Busken 
Bakery on their 80th birthday. Busken Bakery is truly an American 
success story. From humble beginnings, Busken's has grown into a 
Cincinnati institution through hard work, innovation, and a commitment 
to the local community.

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  Joseph and Daisie Busken began their business in 1928, opening their 
first bakery in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Cincinnati. Their goals 
were modest. According to Busken's website, Joseph Busken was just 
looking for a way to feed his family and keep them happy. During the 
Great Depression, when other companies were failing, Busken's survived 
by offering products that their customers loved.
  Following World War II, Joseph's son, Joe, Jr., entered the family 
baking business and began making his mark. Joe, Jr., streamlined 
production and expanded business to local grocery stores. He introduced 
the city's first 24-hour drive-in bakery and began offering dinner 
rolls--something unheard of at that time. Some of Joe, Jr.'s other 
touches are still in existence today, such as his recipe for double-
butter coffee cake. Today, Busken Bakery is still run by family 
including: Page Busken, chairman of the board, Brian Busken, senior 
vice-president, and Dan Busken, CEO. And, the family has continued to 
change and innovate with the times. On a personal note, I must admit my 
favorite Busken item is the Maysville chocolate brownie.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in celebrating the rich history of 
Busken's Bakery and wishing the entire Busken family continued success 
in years to come.

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