[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 169 (Monday, November 16, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2765]
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                     IN HONOR OF WILLIAM R. GIFFORD

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                           HON. JOHN H. ADLER

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 16, 2009

  Mr. ADLER of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I stand today before the 
House to recognize an important member of New Jersey's 3rd District, 
Mr. William R. Gifford who is celebrating his 90th birthday on December 
20, 2009.
  Mr. Gifford is a graduate of the Ohio State University. During World 
War II, he served with distinction with the rank of captain, as a 
bombardier in the 15th Army Air Force's 484th Bombardment Group. After 
the war, Mr. Gifford became employed at Pricewaterhouse in New York 
City where he was made partner.
  Now retired, he enjoys spending time with his sons, William R. 
Gifford, Jr., Russell M. Gifford and Gregory Gifford and their 
families.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that you please join me in wishing Mr. Gifford a 
happy 90th birthday.

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