[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 148 (2002), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 20585]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO MELVIN MURRAY FOR HIS DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE 
                         COMMUNITY OF FOSTORIA

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 10, 2002

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
pay special tribute to an outstanding gentleman, and good friend, from 
Ohio's Fifth Congressional District. Melvin Murray, of Fostoria, Ohio, 
is being honored for his dedicated service and loyalty to the citizens 
of Fostoria.
  Mr. Speaker, Melvin's efforts are being recognized by the Kaubisch 
Memorial Public Library, of which he has served on the Board of 
Directors for over fifty years. Serving the community was not only 
Melvin's duty but also his honor. These chances to give back to the 
community have brought him a lifetime of both personal and professional 
achievement. Melvin truly is a valued asset to the City of Fostoria.
  Melvin has served Fostoria well throughout his years, both 
professionally and philanthropically. He began as a radio station 
manager in Fostoria immediately following his graduation from The Ohio 
State University, and has since utilized his talents and skills to 
become the station's president, and largest shareholder of the same 
radio corporation which would soon own several radio stations 
throughout greater Northwest Ohio.
  Melvin, now enjoying his retirement years, has dedicated his 
charitable services to the Fostoria Glass Heritage Gallery & Museum, 
serving as its curator. He has also spent his time authoring several 
books on the subject of antique glassware, and is regarded as the 
foremost authority in the country on identification of Fostoria, Ohio 
glassware.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in paying special tribute 
to Melvin Murray. Our communities are served well by having such 
honorable and giving citizens, like Melvin, who care about the well 
being and stability of their communities. We wish him the very best on 
this special occasion.

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