[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21409]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO WALTER TIMME

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 5, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress and 
this nation to pay tribute to a most remarkable individual from my 
district. Walter Timme of Pueblo, Colorado honorably served in the Army 
during World War II, leaving his motorcycle sales business to answer 
his country's call to duty. Walter's service to our country in its time 
of need is indicative of his commitment to our nation, which I would 
like to recognize here today.
  Putting his passion for motorcycles on hold, Walt kissed his wife 
goodbye and shipped off to New Caledonia and Biak in the South Pacific. 
It was not long after they learned of his mechanical abilities that the 
Army put Walt to work as an aircraft engine repair technician. Walt's 
knowledge of engines, acquired from his fondness of motorcycles, 
provided him with an unparalleled skill for fixing planes. Our country 
owes Walt a debt of gratitude for his service during WWII.
  Walt returned safely from the war and revisited his passion for 
motorcycles. Aside from his time spent serving the country during WWII, 
Walt has been selling motorcycles since 1938. Walt's entrepreneurial 
spirit and business savvy have provided his community with jobs and 
services for over six decades.
  Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to stand before this body of Congress 
today and recognize the loyal service of Walt Timme to our nation. 
Walt's wealth of knowledge regarding mechanics served as a tremendous 
resource to the Army in a time of need. Thank you Walt, and best of 
luck with your future endeavors.

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