[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 52 (Monday, April 13, 2015)]
[House]
[Pages H2118-H2119]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                              EASTER FEED

  (Mr. WOMACK asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. WOMACK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the outstanding 
work of Dr. Merlin Augustine and his wife, Beverly, of Fayetteville, 
Arkansas, and the event his foundation has sponsored for 22 years--the 
annual Easter Feed, held the Saturday before Easter.
  This year, a record 6,741 people enjoyed a meal fit for kings, served 
by men and women of all walks, including a number of local, State, and 
Federal officials and scores of volunteers.

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  Years ago, Mr. Speaker, Dr. Augustine's parents left their 
compassionate son an inheritance of $10,000 with which he established a 
foundation purposed in helping the less fortunate. The Easter Feed is 
its signature event. It is the kind of event that warms the heart, 
reminding all of us of our duty to care for those around us.
  I want the Nation to know how much I appreciate this beautiful couple 
for their kindness and their decency and their dedication to our 
community. My wife, Terri, and I always look forward to helping at the 
event. Few things in life give us more pleasure than the Easter Feed.
  Thanks, Merlin and Beverly. Can't wait till next year.

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