Political Quotes

“I recently attended the 24th Honors Banquet for the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Nine new Members were inducted into the Hall's membership, including Paul Packer, a 1973 Bald Eagle Area High School graduate. Paul was the last 95-pound State champion in 1972. He had an undefeated season that year of 23-0. He started wrestling in elementary school for Hall of Fame coach Joe Humphreys, who continued to coach Paul into junior high. At the varsity level, Paul wrestled for Hall of Famer Dick Rhoades. He was Coach Rhoades' first State champion. After his competitive wrestling career was over, Paul became a referee. Paul was a highly respected and outstanding wrestling official. During his 37 years as a referee, Paul spent more than a dozen years officiating district and regional championships, as well as five State championships. Paul is retired and resides in Milesburg, Pennsylvania. He is active in his community and was a coach for the Bald Eagle Wrestling Club for several years. Mr. Speaker, from one Hall of Famer to another, congratulations, Paul, on this well-deserved honor. Pennsylvania's Fifth District Congressional Art Competition Winners”