[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 180 (Tuesday, November 12, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1417]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





            HONORING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF MR. GEORGE ARNOLD

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 12, 2019

  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize my constituent, 
George Arnold's 100th birthday.
  George Daniel Arnold was born in Reidsville, Georgia, to Joseph James 
and Susie Snell Arnold. The youngest of ten, he was affectionately 
nicked named GD by his older siblings. George graduated from Dorchester 
Academy where he received training as a plasterer. After graduation, 
George left home and traveled through the south, practicing his trade 
until 1943.
  The lure of better opportunities convinced him to join his brothers 
in Detroit, Michigan. Once in Detroit, he quickly became part of the 
community by joining Aijlon Baptist Church. Today he is one of Aijlon's 
longest serving ushers, sitting on the usher board since 1946. In 1943 
he also joined the King David Grand Lodge and is a dedicated member to 
this day. He has earned many titles of distinction such as, 33rd degree 
Mason, Past Grand Lecturer, Worshipful Master, Shriner, and Knight of 
the Temple. His past and current positions include Dean of the Most 
Worshipful Institute of Learning and Past Instructor of the Most 
Worshipful Institute of Learning, which in August of this year was 
renamed the George D. Arnold Institute of Learning in recognition for 
his devoted service to his Masonic Brothers. As part of his continual 
service, George also performs burial ceremonies in Detroit, Flint, 
Saginaw, and Grand Rapids.
  In short, Mr. Arnold is a dedicated family man, business owner, and 
Michigander and we are excited to honor him on his 100th birthday.

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