Mr. Speaker. Luther Eskijian was born on November 1. 1913. in a small village in the mountains of Syria. the son of Rev. and Mrs. Hovannes Eskilian. Seven years later. he. his brother. John. and mother immigrated to the United States. Like thousands before him. Luther crossed the ocean on a thirdclass ticket with refugee status. The family arrived at Ellis Island not knowing the language or culture. Without funds or resources. the family struggled to survive. but through perseverance and hard work. Luther Eskijian established himself in business and obtained an education as an architect. But before his own personal plans could progress very far.
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