[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 12 (Wednesday, January 21, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E113]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              RECOGNIZING DR. JOHN B. WEBB'S 90TH BIRTHDAY

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 21, 2009

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of 
a lifetime of service and community involvement from Dr. John B. Webb, 
who, on January 24, 2009, celebrates his 90th birthday.
  The past 90 years have seen many changes in Dr. Webb's life, most of 
which was spent practicing veterinary medicine. After graduating from 
Auburn University in 1957, Dr. Webb returned to his hometown in 
Pensacola, Florida, to begin his own practice. When he opened his first 
clinic, Dr. Webb was the fifth veterinarian to begin practicing in 
Escambia County, Florida, and the 575th to begin practicing in the 
state of Florida. Today, Dr. Webb serves as one of the oldest licensed 
veterinarians in Escambia County.
  Over the years Dr. Webb has received numerous awards for his ongoing 
role in the northwest Florida community. He served 15 years on the 
Escambia County Board of Directors for the Florida Farm Bureau as well 
as 25 years on the board of trustees for the Langley Bell 4-H Center. 
He is also a past president of the Escambia County Extension Council as 
well as the Pensacola Interstate Fair.
  I have had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Webb for many years now and I 
am honored to call him a friend. A strong supporter of conservative 
principles and values, Dr. Webb has always offered his support and 
friendship to Vicki and me. As he celebrates his 90th birthday, I have 
much to thank him for from our years of friendship.
  For many years to come, the northwest Florida community will continue 
to benefit from the lasting impression made by Dr. Webb, whose 
involvement in the community has expanded opportunities to the 
surrounding area. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States 
Congress, I am proud to recognize Dr. John B. Webb upon his 90th 
birthday and for his exemplary service in the First District of 
Florida.

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