[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 45 (Monday, March 16, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E675]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING PAUL QUINN COLLEGE'S 137TH ANNIVERSARY

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 16, 2009

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 
recognize Paul Quinn College and this institution's Founder's 
Observance of 2009 entitled 137 Years of Combining Intellect with 
Faith.
  Paul Quinn College is a historically black college and holds the 
distinction of being the oldest such institution in the State of Texas. 
On April 4, 1872, a small group of African Methodist Episcopal circuit-
riding preachers established the college under the leadership of Bishop 
J. M. Brown in Austin, Texas. Originally, Paul Quinn College helped 
newly freed slaves learn various skills including blacksmithing, 
carpentry, tanning and saddle work.
  A few short years after its founding, the college moved to Waco, 
Texas where increased funds allowed the school to expand in size and 
further develop a curriculum. The subjects of Latin, mathematics, 
music, theology, English, carpentry, sewing, household, kitchen and 
dining room work were added. In 1881, the college was chartered by the 
State of Texas and the school officially took the name of Paul Quinn 
College. This name was chosen in honor of Bishop William Paul Quinn who 
served as a Bishop representing the western states in the African 
Methodist Episcopal Church for over thirty years.
  Today Paul Quinn College stands as a legacy to the hard work and 
dedication of the institution's founders, teachers, alumni, and 
students. On the week of March 28 through April 4, the college will be 
holding various Founders' Observances to commemorate the birth and 137 
years of the school's history. I ask my fellow colleagues to join me in 
honoring Paul Quinn College and recognizing this institution's 
accomplishments.

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