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“TRIBUTE TO RUSSELL SWINDELL” mentioning the U.S. Dept of State was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E399 on March 6, 1997.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
TRIBUTE TO RUSSELL SWINDELL
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HON. BOB ETHERIDGE
of north carolina
in the house of representatives
Thursday, March 6, 1997
Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mark the passing of a great North Carolinian. Russell Swindell served his State and its people in many capacities during his 90 years, and he will surely be missed by all.
Russell Swindell was born in Swan Quarter, NC, and represented Hyde County in the North Carolina House from 1951 to 1955. He loved to spend time outdoors, and was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Cary.
But his greatest accomplishment, and the one that has undoubtedly impacted the lives of countless North Carolinians, was his help in creating the State's community college system.
Mr. Speaker, there is a lot of talk these days in our Nation's Capital and throughout this country about the value and importance of a quality education. Russell Swindell knew that long ago, and with his help and hard work, North Carolina set up a quality community college system that educates our young people and provides necessary training for workers still today. His vision helped thousands receive an education and vocational skills that has allowed them a brighter future in our society.
After leaving his job with the State Department of Education, he maintained his interest in the community colleges during the 20 years he was the executive director of the North Carolina Railroad Association.
We are all thankful for his wisdom and vision and for the contributions he made to our lives.
I wish to pass on my condolences to those who survive him: His wife, Martha, his daughters Sue Martin and Mary Anne Brannon, and his son A.B. Swindell, and all his grandchildren.
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