[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 21]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 31256]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                HONORING THE SALVATION ARMY OF TORRANCE

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                       HON. STEVEN T. KUYKENDALL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 1999

  Mr. KUYKENDALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an important 
organization in my district, the Salvation Army of Torrance. This year 
the Salvation Army of Torrance is celebrating twenty years of service 
to the South Bay community.
  The Salvation Army was established in 1865 by an ordained minister. 
The organization was founded upon strong religious beliefs, recognizing 
the interdependence of material, emotional, and spiritual needs. The 
basic social services have remained an expression of the Army's strong 
religious principles. Throughout the years, new programs have been 
established to address contemporary needs.
  The Salvation Army provides assistance to millions of people 
throughout the world. Services range from providing disaster relief to 
drug and alcohol counseling. They provide an invaluable service to 
those in need.
  During the last twenty years, the Salvation Army of Torrance has 
expanded its program to include preschool, adult day care, summer day 
camp, after school programs, outreach ministries, and a family service 
department. This organization has left a positive impact upon the South 
Bay, providing assistance to thousands.
  I commend the volunteers and staff of the Salvation Army of Torrance 
for their commitment and dedication of this charitable cause. 
Congratulations on this milestone.

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