[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 83 (Friday, May 28, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E968]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      IN HONOR OF JESSE CLIFTON ALPHIN, SR., FOR HIS 90TH BIRTHDAY

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                           HON. BOB ETHERIDGE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 27, 2010

  Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Jesse Clifton 
Alphin, Sr., for his continued service to his community, county and 
state.
  Jesse Alphin has been my friend for many years, and I am pleased to 
be able to honor him in recognition of his 90th birthday. Jesse had 
held many important posts throughout his career, including Rotary Club 
president, member and chairman of the Harnett County Board of 
Commissioners, and, notably, the less formal position as a prominent 
businessman and leader in Harnett County.
  A resident of Dunn, North Carolina, Jesse established Alphin 
Brothers, Inc. in 1947 and has since grown this small family-owned 
general store into a federally inspected meat manufacturer and food 
distributor. Alphin Brothers, Inc. provides meat to both small mom-n-
pops diners and drive-ins and large distributors and corporate food 
conglomerates, testimony to its success in the food distribution 
business. Jesse's integral business leadership in Harnett County has 
resulted in hundreds of jobs and opportunities for fellow North 
Carolinians, in addition to quality food and service for over 50 years.
  Jesse's strong presence in the business community is matched by his 
leadership in his church, his community, and as a dedicated family man. 
His philanthropic endeavors include work with the University of North 
Carolina at Chapel Hill, Campbell University, and other civic projects 
to foster the local school system. Jesse's untiring commitment to his 
wife of over 69 years, Allene, and his children make him a man to be 
admired. It is a true testament of a man's success to look at the 
success of his family, and I can honestly say his family has sure shown 
him to be a mighty successful man.
  Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me today in recognizing 
Jesse Clifton Alphin, Sr., a man who truly lived the American dream and 
is still living it. A great friend to me and to North Carolina, I take 
the time today to wish Jesse a happy birthday and many more.

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