[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 73 (Friday, April 28, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E559]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         CELEBRATING ZIKER CLEANERS ON THEIR 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. JACKIE WALORSKI

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 28, 2017

  Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 100th 
Anniversary of Ziker Cleaners.
  A staple in the northern Indiana community for generations, Ziker 
Cleaners represents the heart and soul of the American Dream. In 1917, 
Joe Ziker, an immigrant and entrepreneur, founded his small tailor shop 
when he was just 14 years old. Since then, Ziker Cleaners has 
diversified and grown into a multifaceted company serving the clothing 
care needs of Hoosiers across South Bend, Mishawaka, and Elkhart.
  For the past century, the Ziker family business has been committed to 
quality, efficiency, and exceptional customer service. Ziker Cleaners' 
success in business and leadership in its industry are clear in its 
vast growth and continued innovation through decades of changes in our 
economy. Now with 10 store locations and four home pick-up and delivery 
routes, and a brand new state-of-the-art production facility, this 
Hoosier business continues to provide our community with the 
convenience and dependability the Ziker brand calls to mind.
  I want to thank the Ziker family for all their hard work, dedication, 
and sacrifice over the years to keep their shops running strong and 
employing hardworking Hoosiers. Small businesses are the backbone of 
this country, and Ziker Cleaners is truly an inspiration to 
entrepreneurs everywhere. By providing good jobs for the past 100 
years, Ziker Cleaners has become an essential part of our community 
life and local economy.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Indiana's 2nd District, I am honored to 
recognize Ziker Cleaners for achieving 100 years and four generations 
of success.

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