[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 117 (Monday, September 9, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1262]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO THOMAS WESLEY HARRIS

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                  HON. HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, JR.

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 9, 2013

  Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I present the following U.S. 
Citizen of Distinction:
  Whereas, our lives have been touched by the life of this one man, 
Thomas Wesley Harris, Jr., who has given so much to our state and 
nation; and
  Whereas, Thomas ``Tom'' Harris has been instrumental as a pioneer in 
the beauty industry with his artistic talents, his high standards in 
creating and innovating cosmetology, being a mentor for hair stylists 
and in propelling many careers in Atlanta and beyond; and
  Whereas, this giant of a man accomplished so much during his time on 
earth, he served our country honorably in the U.S. Army, he was an 
entrepreneur, creating Tom Harris Hair Designers, he was a strong 
community advocate, a motivator and a friend to all; and
  Whereas, he gave of himself, his time, his talent and his life to 
uplift those in need, he never asked for fame or fortune he just wanted 
to help somebody and to inspire anybody by being involved in community 
activities and taking the time to encourage and train young stylists 
into using their skills to impact an industry; and
  Whereas, Tom Harris led by doing both behind the scenes and on the 
front lines, he was an ambassador of goodwill who will be truly missed; 
and
  Whereas, Tom Harris was a husband, a father, a grandfather, and a 
friend; he was our warrior, our patriarch, a man of great integrity who 
remained true to the uplifting of our community; and
  Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Georgia 
recognizes Tom Harris as a citizen of great worth and so noted 
distinction;
  Now Therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr. do hereby attest to 
the 113th Congress that he is deemed worthy and deserving of this 
Congressional Honor by declaring Mr. Thomas Wesley Harris, Jr. U.S. 
Citizen of Distinction in the 4th Congressional District of Georgia.
  Proclaimed, this 15th day of July, 2013.

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