[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 91 (Thursday, May 25, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E727]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING JULIA MATTOCKS ON HER 99TH BIRTHDAY

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 25, 2017

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy 
of Julia Frances Mattocks, who celebrates her 99th birthday this 
Sunday.
  Ms. Mattocks, Galesburg's `Rosie the Riveter', serves as a role model 
in our community due to her tireless work ethic and dedication to 
serving others. As the United States entered the war after the attack 
on Pearl Harbor in 1941, she stepped up and did her part to protect 
Americans abroad. With her sister Helen, Julia completed rivet work on 
B-17 Flying Fortresses, and worked at the Lockheed Vega plant in 
Burbank making Quonset huts for the military and airplane parts at Gale 
Products. Ms. Mattocks ultimately sacrificed her hearing in one ear and 
received chemical burns across her arms due to her work on behalf of 
our country. I celebrate and admire the role that she--and many other 
women--played in supporting our nation during a time of war.
  Ms. Mattocks is a true inspiration for many people, and her passion 
and dedication makes her a uniting force within our community. Mr. 
Speaker, I am grateful for Julia's contributions and service to our 
community and our nation. I wish her a Happy 99th Birthday, with more 
to come

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