[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 157 (Wednesday, September 27, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E899]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      COMMEMORATING THE ``SGT JAMES L. SHIPLEY MEMORIAL HIGHWAY''

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                        HON. BLAINE LUETKEMEYER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 27, 2023

  Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the naming 
of the portion of U.S. Highway 50 from Bahner Quarry Road to Tower Road 
the ``SGT James L. Shipley Memorial Highway.'' Sergeant Shipley was a 
great man who served his country valiantly during the Second World War. 
At only 19 years of age, Mr. Shipley made the decision to go to his 
local recruiting station and serve his country during a time of war, 
which led to him becoming a crew chief and mechanic for the 332nd 
Fighter Group. Little did Mr. Shipley know this decision would place 
him in one of the most respected military organizations from World War 
II which would pave the way for African Americans' service in the armed 
forces.
  After Germany's surrender, Sergeant Shipley returned home to Tipton, 
Missouri where he ran a farm and operated a gas station along U.S. 
Highway 50 with his loving wife Mildred. While working hard to support 
his family, Sergeant Shipley frequently made time to share his 
experiences with community groups and schools in the area.
  Sergeant Shipley's long and storied life charts several important 
chapters in our state's and country's history. The ``SGT James L. 
Shipley Memorial Highway'' will stand as an important reminder of his 
tremendous dedication to his community and country for generations to 
come.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in commemorating the ``SGT James L. 
Shipley Memorial Highway.''

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