Mr. President. I rise today to pay special tribute to a unique and wonderful person who graced the State of Connecticut and who recently passed away at the age of 87. Mr. Rubin H. "Ruby" Cohen. Ruby hailed from Colchester. Connecticut. He accomplished a great many things during his exceptional life. The son of Jewish immigrants. Ruby made his mark at an early age. At 15 years old. after quitting school. Ruby went to work at a local hot dog stand called Harrys Place in Colchester. Then at the age of 18. with $300 borrowed from relatives. Ruby Cohen purchased Harrys Place. which eventually became a popular stopping point for travelers making their way between Connecticut and the Rhode Island beaches in the summer.
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