[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 64 (Tuesday, May 8, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E722]
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                        TRIBUTE TO JAMES GIBSON

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                         HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 8, 2012

  Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a good 
friend, who is being honored on May 12, 2012 by his church Rock Hill 
Baptist Church for his lifetime of service to the community. Mr. James 
Gibson, a youthful 89-year-old, is a stalwart of the community in 
Saluda, South Carolina, and is very deserving of this recognition.
  James Gibson was the third of six children born to Eddie and Mae Bell 
Dozier Gibson. He attended the historic Cane Brake school, which was 
one of the first Rosenwald schools in South Carolina.
  Upon graduation, Mr. Gibson joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served 
in World War II. When he left the military, he continued to serve his 
country by joining the Civil Service. After 30 years, he retired from 
Fort Jackson in Columbia, South Carolina. In retirement, he has enjoyed 
watching the Bible Channel and reading his Bible. He gardens and enjoys 
walks as well.
  Mr. Gibson is a dedicated member of the community. He was a Shriner 
for more than 40 years, and a member of the C.C. Johnson Consistory for 
over four decades. He is Past Worshipful Master (PWM) of Peerless Lodge 
#214 and PWP of Peerless Chapter #335 OES. Mr. Gibson is a 33rd degree 
Mason and a member of the United Supreme Council.
  He is also extremely dedicated to Rock Hill Baptist Church. He has 
served as Adult Sunday School Teacher, Chairman of Trustees, and was 
Chairman of the Deacon Board for 25 years.
  He married Annie Barnes Gibson in 1947. The couple have three 
children and two granddaughters.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in congratulating James Gibson on 
this great honor. He has served his country and Saluda County with 
distinction. It is fitting that his contributions are being recognized 
by his fellow citizens for all that he has done to give back to the 
community.

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