[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 163 (Tuesday, November 15, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1483]
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                    IN HONOR OF JOSEPH P. MILES SR.

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                          HON. DONALD NORCROSS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 15, 2016

  Mr. NORCROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Joseph P. Miles Sr. 
for his achievements, contributions, and service in the U.S. Navy and 
as a community leader.
  In 1944, Joseph was hired by the Radio Corporation of America (RCA), 
a crucial employer in South Jersey at the time. Mr. Miles continued his 
employment with RCA until 1988.
  However in 1945, heeding the call to service Joseph joined the U.S. 
Navy, serving aboard the heavy cruiser USS Helena. He was honorably 
discharged in 1946. He joined the U.S. Naval Seabees' organized 
reserves in 1951 and served until 1955.
  Joseph has been an important leader in the community throughout his 
life. He served on the Borough Council of Magnolia for six years, 
including as its president. He was elected the mayor of Magnolia from 
1978 to 1984. He joined the Magnolia Fire Company in 1989 and is a past 
president of the Camden County Fire Police.
  Throughout his life, Joseph has remained committed to community 
service. In 1974, he and volunteers helped to erect concrete forms for 
walkways and areas for benches and lighting for Albertson Park. He 
helped construct a replica of the Magnolia train station. When it was 
docked at the shipyard, he worked on the Battleship New Jersey for 
eight months.
  Mr. Speaker, Joseph P. Miles Sr., is a great American whose 
dedication to serving our country and our community is an inspiration 
to us all. I join with his family, friends, and all of New Jersey in 
honoring the selfless service of this extraordinary man.

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