[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 75 (Friday, May 24, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E923]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       TRIBUTE TO RON PETERSON ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 23, 1996

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to rise today 
and pay tribute to an outstanding citizen of Ohio. After 30 years of 
dedicated service delivering the U.S. mail in Port Clinton, Ohio, 
Letter Carrier Ron ``Pete'' Peterson is hanging up the mail bag for 
good. I am especially thankful for Ron's dedication because he has been 
delivering to my family and friends along Sand Road for almost 28 of 
his 30 years.
  We have often heard that America works because of the unselfish 
contributions of her citizens. Ron is an Air Force veteran, serving for 
7 years. He has continued this service for his country through the 
United States Postal Service. Over the years, Ron has set the standard 
for dedication to duty and he is an example to others.
  Anyone who knows Ron Peterson knows he is an avid fan of the 
Buckeyes, Indians, and Cavaliers. His enthusiasm for sports is matched 
by his knowledge and appreciation of jazz music. He has been extremely 
helpful to scores of colleagues and residents alike and has always 
provided positive leadership for the Post Office.
  Sometimes the only compensation you get for the extra time and effort 
put into your career is the thanks and appreciation you receive from 
the community. By that standard, Ron Peterson is indeed a wealthy man. 
I ask my colleagues to join me in extending a special thanks to Ron 
Peterson and recognize the example he has set for others. I know his 
friends and family are proud of his career and wish him well as he 
enters this new chapter of his life.

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