Mr. Speaker. I rise today to pay tribute to an outstanding Rhode Islander who is celebrating a special milestone in her lifeher centennial birthday. Immacolata "Maggie" Ligourl was born in Acri. Italy. on February 14. 1894. and immigrated to this country at the age of 17 In the year 1911 and made her home in Rhode Island. She was married to the late Giuseppe Ligouri and they were blessed with four children. Joseph Ligouri. Edward Ligouri. Frances Roebuck. and Minnie Ravenelle. She has a wonderful extended family of 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. During her long and distinguished life. she has enriched the lives of many and made a lasting contribution to her community.
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