[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24125]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF NEIMAN MARCUS

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 10, 2007

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Madam Speaker, today I rise to 
recognize Neiman Marcus as it celebrates its 100-year anniversary.
  The founders--Herbert Marcus, his sister, Carrie Marcus Neiman, and 
her husband, A.L. Neiman--were all under age 30 when they created the 
luxury retailer. They opened its flagship store in downtown Dallas, TX, 
on this day in 1907.
  Over the last century, Neiman Marcus has not only left an indelible 
mark on the Dallas culture and society, but continues to play a vital 
role in the business community.
  For over 19 years, Neiman Marcus has hosted the annual Neiman Marcus 
Adolphus Children's Parade benefiting the Child Life Program at 
Children's Medical Center, Dallas. This event raises money for its 
specialized programs including music therapy, support groups, medical 
camps and bedside activities. It draws crowds of over 300,000 and it 
brings hope and happiness to families across the country during the 
holiday season.
  With a long history of supporting the arts, Neiman Marcus continues 
this tradition by sustaining the Dallas Center for the Performing Arts 
and the Dallas Arts District, helping to establish Dallas as a renowned 
center for performing and visual arts.
  Expanding from its original store in historic downtown Dallas, Neiman 
Marcus now operates nationwide with total store operations of over 5 
million gross square feet, providing economic growth and secure jobs 
across the country and for the north Texas region.
  With a true sense of philanthropy and generosity, Neiman Marcus has 
become more than a retail company; its company culture reflects the 
true spirit of community. On behalf of the 30th Congressional District 
of Texas, please join me in congratulating Neiman Marcus Group on the 
occasion of its 100th year anniversary.

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