[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 14]
[Senate]
[Page 20259]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



         HONORING THE KARNES ON THEIR 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

 Mr. ASHCROFT. Mr. President, families are the cornerstone of 
America. Individuals from strong families contribute greatly to 
society. I believe 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 Dorothy and Eddie 
Karnes, who on October 7, 2000, will celebrate their 50th wedding 
anniversary. My wife, Janet, and I look forward to the day we can 
celebrate a similar milestone. The Karnes' commitment to the principles 
and values of their marriage deserves to be saluted and 
recognized.

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