[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 3]
[House]
[Page 3524]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     HAPPY BIRTHDAY, EBBY HALLIDAY

  (Mr. SESSIONS asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, today is a very special day for not only 
me but many people who live in Dallas, Texas, because today is Ebby 
Halliday's 100th birthday. I have known Ebby for 22 years. This 
incredibly successful woman is one of the most generous and hardworking 
individuals I have ever known. Ebby has always been an entrepreneur, 
beginning her career selling hats. Today, she is the driving force for 
change in the real estate industry and a household name all across 
north Texas.
  Ebby's incredible story is the embodiment of America's dream. Her 
dedication, work ethic, and vision have turned Ebby Halliday Realtors 
into one of the largest independently owned residential real estate 
companies in the Nation. Ebby is also well known as a respected 
community leader. Her active civic involvement and philanthropic 
efforts have inspired others to give back to those in need. Her name 
has become synonymous with ethics, class, and generosity.
  Over the course of her lifetime, Ebby has witnessed many historic 
events and changes in our fast-paced world, yet her love for family, 
friends, community, and this Nation remains steadfast. I am proud to 
call her my friend, and I know she will be surrounded by many of those 
today in Dallas, Texas, as she celebrates her 100th birthday. May she 
be blessed with many more years of health and happiness.
  Happy birthday, Ebby Halliday.

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