[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21936]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               STATEN ISLAND CORPS OF THE SALVATION ARMY

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                        HON. MICHAEL E. McMAHON

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 16, 2009

  Mr. McMAHON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Staten Island 
Corps of the Salvation Army on their 125 years of unyielding service to 
the people of Staten Island. Over their many years they have fed the 
hungry, clothed the cold and supported those in need during disasters.
  Founded in London's East End in 1865 by William Booth in order to 
assist the poor and needy regardless of age, sex, color or creed, they 
now have expanded their services to 119 countries.
  They have continued to live out the same mission for the neediest 
Staten Islanders since their commencement on February 3, 1884. The 
Salvation Army operates two centers on Staten Island and has been able 
to provide vital services from food pantries to after school 
activities, as well as music instruction.
  During the attacks of September 11, 2001 the Salvation Army was at 
the forefront, working hand in hand with New York's Bravest and Finest, 
in order to bring assistance and relief during our nation's most 
troubling time.
  Even in these tough economic times, they have not given up on their 
services and continue to provide the same stellar opportunities 
regardless of the cost incurred.
  I would like to take the time to give special recognition to the 
honorees of their ``125 Years of Service'' luncheon: Mr. James Devine, 
CEO of the New York Container Terminal; Mr. Richard Salinardi, 
Executive Director of Life Styles for the Disabled; The University of 
Notre Dame Club; and the late Mrs. Rosemary Cappozalo, Staten Island's 
beloved ``Matriarch of the Arts.'' These individuals embody the very 
essence of service that our nation is grateful for.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in commending The 
Salvation Army on their dedication to the citizens of Staten Island.

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