[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 20332]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             TRIBUTE TO THE CROATIAN SONS LODGE NUMBER 170

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 24, 2007

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, it is my distinct honor to congratulate 
the Croatian Sons Lodge Number 170 of the Croatian Fraternal Union for 
reaching a momentous milestone, its 100th Anniversary. As is their 
annual tradition, the lodge will take this opportunity to celebrate 
with a Golden Member banquet, which will take place on Sunday, August 
12, 2007.
  This year, the Croatian Fraternal Union will hold this gala event at 
the Croatian Center in Merrillville, Indiana. Traditionally, the 
anniversary celebration includes a ceremonial appreciation of the 
Union's Golden Members, those individuals who have achieved 50 years of 
membership. This year's Golden Members include: Judith Marie Brefeld, 
Geraldine Brklevich, Shirley Bronikowski, Esther M. Fadell, Antone J. 
Giorgi, Joseph L. Haralovich, Madelin Kazmier, Juliana H. King, George 
Kirincic, Michael Kuchaes, Jr., Judith Kathleen Lavery, Frank Joseph 
Mosca, Sr., William Pulford, Elizabeth J. Sedey, Stevan J. Trtan, 
Phyllis M. Vician, Dean J. Wantland, Joseph Winkler, and Angela A. 
Yelusich.
  These faithful and devoted individuals share this esteemed tribute 
with over 400 other Golden Members who have previously attained this 
prestigious designation.
  This memorable day will begin with a morning mass at the Croatian 
Center's gazebo with the Reverend Father Stephen Loncar officiating. 
The Saint George Tamburitzans from Cokeburg, Pennsylvania will perform 
at the mass, which will be followed by a gala event and formal dinner 
featuring the DUNAV Orchestra.
  Madam Speaker, I urge you and my other distinguished colleagues to 
join me in commending Lodge President Betty Morgavan and all the other 
members of the Croatian Fraternal Union Lodge Number 170 for their 
loyalty and radiant display of passion for their ethnicity. The Cmatian 
community has played a key role in elevating the quality of life and 
culture of Northwest Indiana. It is my hope that this year will bring 
happiness, good health, and success for all members of the Croatian 
community and their families.

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