[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 978]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




          PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE RIFLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 3, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to rise and pay tribute to 
the Rifle Area Chamber of Commerce in Rifle, Colorado. The Chamber 
recently celebrated 50 years of service to the City of Rifle, and it is 
my honor to call the attention of my colleagues and this nation to all 
that the Chamber does for the citizens of Rifle.
  The Chamber has a strong tradition of excellent leadership and a 
dedicated staff. Since its inception, the Chamber has focused on the 
organization and health of Rifle's economy and its able and dedicated 
staff members always greet each citizen with a smile. In addition to 
its traditional activities, the Rifle Chamber of Commerce has always 
gone beyond the call of duty to be involved in the community. This 
anniversary celebration also marks a milestone for the only remaining 
charter member since 1954, John Scalzo. John's service to the chamber 
and to the city of Rifle has been much appreciated and invaluable, and 
I know the community is thankful for his service.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to rise and pay tribute to the Rifle 
Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber works tirelessly for the 
betterment of the city of Rifle and I am honored to pay tribute to its 
contributions today. Congratulations on your anniversary and keep up 
the hard work.

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