[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 10]
[Senate]
[Page 13714]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                  THE SINDTS' 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

 Mr. ASHCROFT. Mr. President, families are the cornerstone of 
America. Individuals from strong families contribute to the society. It 
is both instructive and important to honor those who have taken the 
commitment of ``till death us do part'' seriously, demonstrating 
successfully the timeless principles of love, honor, and fidelity. 
These characteristics make our country strong.
  For these important reasons, I rise today to honor Merrill and 
Barbara Sindt of Jefferson City, Missouri, who will celebrate their 
50th wedding anniversary in August. My wife, Janet, and I look forward 
to the day we can celebrate a similar milestone. The Sindts' commitment 
to the principles and values of their marriage deserves to be saluted 
and recognized.

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