[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 126 (Thursday, July 16, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E637]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 CELEBRATING NELL LONG'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

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                             HON. MO BROOKS

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 16, 2020

  Mr. BROOKS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. 
Nell Long on the occasion of her 100th birthday.
  Nell Long was born in Alabama's Oak Grove community on July 12, 1920. 
Her family settled in Alabama long before that. Nell grew up during the 
Great Depression, so she possesses a toughness and tenacity that only 
true hardship can produce. Nell worked hard to help her family as a 
girl. She harvested cotton with her father and preserved food with her 
mother. Nell went on to finish high school, most notably, in the light 
of an oil lamp--electricity did not come to Oak Grove until 1935.
  At nineteen, Nell married James Long and started a family They had 
three beautiful children. As an active mother, Nell volunteered as a 
substitute teacher, a 4-H Club leader, in the PTA, and on local 
campaigns. She worked in her children's school lunchroom. She did all 
this in addition to helping James on their farm. Nell and James were 
committed to conservation in Madison County and the fruits of their 
labor can still be seen in our community today. In 1986, Nell was named 
Madison County Woman of the Year for dedicated service in the community 
and church.
  After James' passing, Nell has remained active in the community. She 
is a member of the local Homemaker's Club, Hunt Springs Chapter of the 
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), and of Owens Cross Roads 
Church of Christ. She has inspired scores with her dedication to 
improving the lives of others.
  Madam Speaker, the Tennessee Valley is fortunate to have such an 
exemplary citizen for 100 years. Nell Long's unwavering hard work, 
strong family values, and unshakable faith embody the best of our 
community.
  I wish Nell and her entire family the very best as they celebrate 
Nell's centennial birthday.

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