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Remarks by Representative Whitten

Of Mississippi

Mr. WHITTEN. Mr. Speaker, I join with other friends in expressing my deep sympathy to the family of GEORGE CHRISTOPHER at his untimely passing. GEORGE CHRISTOPHER was a man we shall miss, and one whose efforts are sorely needed in this hour. Somehow in the years I have served here it looks as if those who retire and those who pass on are those we can least afford to give up.

GEORGE CHRISTOPHER was a great American, a sound American, a man of great capacity, and a man of much intellect. His judgment and his good sense was that type which is sound and which approaches that which we all would seek. In his life he was a fine example of thoughtfulness for and service to others.

On Saturday I was in the hospital because of a minor ailment. GEORGE CHRISTOPHER had learned of that fact. Early Saturday morning I was grieved to read of his untimely passing. That same day about 12 o'clock I received the nicest kind of message from GEORGE CHRISTOPHER; & "get well; your friends are thinking of you" type of message. I was proud to receive it, and with that thoughtful action he was treating me as we all knew he would, for his heart was with his fellow man.

His confidences were with his God. His interests were in his fellow man; and his efforts for good government for the American people were unsurpassed.

I extend to his friends and his family my heartfelt sympathy in their loss, a real personal loss to me and all who knew him. We would do well to emulate his fine example.

Remarks by Representative McCormack

Of Massachusetts

Mr. McCORMACK. Mr. Speaker, many outstanding Members have served in this body, but none with more sincerity, loyalty, and devotion to duty than our late beloved colleague, GEORGE CHRISTOPHER.

He was a great public official, truly representative of the heart and soul of America. Throughout his life he was a man of vision, looking forward, and a fighter in the cause of the sick, afflicted, exploited, underprivileged, the toiler on the soil, the worker in the factory and in the offices; a fighter for progress and enlightened democracy.

In this trying period of the world's history he saw clearly the sinister mind and intent and purposes of atheistic communism, and recognized and fought for a powerful national defense, and a strong and firm foreign policy.

As an individual he symbolized everything worth while and uplifting. He was an inspiration for others to follow.

Between us developed a strong friendship. I admired him very much. I valued greatly his friendship. I shall so much miss him.

The people of his district have lost in the Halls of Congress a truly great Representative. The memory of this great man who took his work seriously, but not himself seriously, will long remain in their hearts and minds, as it will with his friends everywhere.

To the members of the Missouri delegation, to the people of his congressional district, and particularly to his sons and daughters I extend my deep sympathy in their great loss and

sorrow.

Remarks by Representative Weaver

Of Nebraska

Mr. WEAVER. Mr. Speaker, it was with profound sorrow that I learned of the death of my good friend and colleague from Missouri, the Honorable GEORGE CHRISTOPHER. His untimely passing has taken from our midst a man of ability, a man of high principle and fine moral character, and a fighter.

Mr. Speaker, I had the privilege of serving with Mr. CHRISTOPHER on two committees. Although I often disagreed with the gentleman from Missouri on matters of policy and philosophy, I could never disagree with the way he presented his views, nor could I help but admire his fighting spirit and the strength of his convictions.

I would like at this time to express the sorrow of both Mrs. Weaver and myself at his passing, and extend our condolences to his family.

Remarks by Representative Trimble

Of Arkansas

Mr. TRIMBLE. Mr. Speaker, a mighty oak fell when our colleague, Mr. CHRISTOPHER, died. He fought for his constituents and his country. He asked no quarter and gave none in that struggle. Indeed he was one of God's noblemen. I will miss him so much. My deepest sympathy goes to his family.

Remarks by Representative Haley

Of Florida

Mr. HALEY. Mr. Speaker, we rightfully pause to pay warm tribute to a departed colleague, GEORGE H. CHRISTOPHER, able Congressman from the Fourth District of Missouri. The people of Missouri and the Members of Congress are stunned by the passing of this great and humble man who was a devoted public servant and a good friend of mankind. It was my pleasure and privilege to have been associated with GEORGE CHRISTOPHER in both the Interior and Insular Affairs Committee and the Veterans' Affairs Committee. Those of us who remain to carry on the work will certainly miss his warm sense of humor, his strong personality, his wise counsel, his keen analytical mind and his devotion to duty, but we will continue to be guided by the splendid example set for us by GEORGE CHRISTOPHER. Indeed the world is a better place in which to live because GEORGE CHRISTOPHER has lived and worked among us. It has been said that every great example takes hold of us and says with the authority of a miracle, "If ye had but faith, ye also could do the same things.” Whenever we are faced with problems in the future, we shall certainly think of the life and example of our departed colleague, and say, "Follow the lead of GEORGE CHRISTOPHER and you will achieve good works for the good of man."

To his family and his wide circle of friends, I express my heartfelt sympathy in this hour of bereavement.

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