[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21317]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                       TRIBUTE TO BUDDY G. BELSHE

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                          HON. CHRISTOPHER COX

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 13, 1999

  Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Buddy G. Belshe, who 
has completed his 50th year as an ocean lifeguard in Orange County, 
California.
  Buddy Belshe, a longtime lifeguard with the City of Newport Beach, 
California, has devoted his life to preserving the lives of others. 
Beginning his career in 1950, he continues to serve today working with 
and overseeing the number of men and women who keep our Southern 
California beaches safe and protected.
  In addition to his service to the residents and visitors of Newport 
Beach, Buddy's accomplishments also include his longtime service with 
the United States Lifesaving Association, where he has served as both 
Vice President and Secretary, and on the board of the California State 
Lifesaving Association.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I ask my colleagues to 
join with me in honoring Buddy G. Belshe. It is fitting that all of us 
join with the family, friends, and the community of Newport Beach, 
California in recognizing his lifelong service and dedication to public 
safety.

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