[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 12]
[Senate]
[Pages 17494-17495]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                           MARCUS CORPORATION

 Mr. KOHL. Mr. President, today I recognize the 75th 
anniversary of the Marcus Corporation. Not only does this month mark a 
monumental anniversary, it also gives us a time to look back at the 
accomplishments of the Marcus family.
  Founded by Ben Marcus, the company opened a theater with just one 
screen in Ripon, WI. This small business became the basis of the Marcus 
Corporation, a leading name in hotels and movie theaters in the 
Midwest. Your hotels, like the Pfister in particular, serve as 
beautifully preserved landmarks, well-known meeting places, and home 
away from home for guests and employees alike. The Marcus family has 
consistently recognized and credited the work of their employees for 
the company's success, providing a rewarding environment for staff. The 
company has shown its integrity not only through its business 
operations but also in its contribution to the communities that house 
its theaters and hotels.
  The Marcus Corporation has shared its success with the communities 
surrounding its businesses through both financial contributions and 
extensive volunteer programs. Employees of the businesses are 
encouraged to give back to their patrons through volunteer hours at a 
local program or cause of their choice. In fact, to mark this special 
anniversary, the Marcus Corporation will collectively volunteer 75,000 
hours of community service. Milwaukee organizations such as the United 
Way of Greater Milwaukee and the United Performing Arts Fund have 
benefited from the company's generosity. I am proud that the heart of 
such a great company calls Wisconsin home.

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  I thank the Marcus family and Corporation for all they have done for 
Wisconsin. I am pleased to recognize the outstanding efforts and 
accomplishments of this company, and I send all the best for health, 
happiness, and continued achievement. On a personal note, to my dear 
friend Steve Marcus, together with sons Greg and David, congratulations 
on achieving much success in everything from your tremendous business 
growth and civic leadership down to your terrific tuna salad and for 
sharing it so generously.

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