[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 37 (Monday, March 15, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E375]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNITION OF THE SHAMROCK CLUB AND THE IRISH COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL 
                                  OHIO

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                          HON. MARY JO KILROY

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 15, 2010

  Ms. KILROY. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of The Shamrock 
Club of Columbus and its president Francis Doyle for their efforts to 
share and celebrate the historical, cultural, and social contributions 
of Irish-Americans. The Shamrock Club of Columbus is a non-profit 
social organization that hosts events throughout the year and builds 
lasting friendships between Columbus residents.
  On March 17, 2010, The Shamrock Club will join other members of our 
nation's Irish community in celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. Each year, 
The Shamrock Club celebrates the Feast of Saint Patrick with a 
procession, a mass, a parade, and the annual Irish Family Reunion. 
Since 1936, this group has organized and sponsored the traditional St. 
Patrick's Day Parade, which has become a beloved tradition for families 
throughout Columbus area.
  The Shamrock Club benefits from the leadership of President Francis 
Doyle, a man whose dedication to the Irish community of Columbus has 
made him an influential member of the group since he first joined over 
40 years ago. Before being named president, Francis helped to organize 
the annual Irish Family Reunion, which brings together Irish families 
and supporters for an afternoon of activities and celebration. Francis 
has proven to be an energetic and intelligent president, and under his 
leadership The Shamrock Club has grown to almost 2,500 members.
  The members of The Shamrock Club and Irish-Americans throughout 
central Ohio have contributed greatly to the social and cultural 
development of our community. I am proud to honor Francis Doyle, The 
Shamrock Club of Columbus, and the large and vibrant Irish community in 
central Ohio as they join together to celebrate Irish heritage.

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