[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 162 (Tuesday, October 10, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1348]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF BUDDY RICH

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                          HON. ROGER WILLIAMS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 10, 2017

  Mr. WILLIAMS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th Birthday 
of Buddy Rich, and to celebrate his status as the world's greatest 
drummer, along with his patriotism and love of country. Born in 
Brooklyn, New York, Buddy Rich was known for his virtuoso technique, 
power, and speed. His legacy to the genre of jazz will live on forever

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