[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 111 (Thursday, July 24, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1579]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO MILDRED BOWLES

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 23, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress to 
recognize a remarkable woman that is a long time resident of Cedar 
Mesa, Colorado. Mildred Bowles has witnessed the evolution of her 
hometown in the last century and simultaneously worked to preserve its 
invaluable memories. I am proud to recognize Mildred's contributions to 
my district before my colleagues here today.
   Mildred's adventurous spirit can be traced back to her ancestors, 
who traveled in a covered wagon from Nebraska to Colorado in 1902. 
Mildred's father, L.E. Dolph, played an integral role in the founding 
of both Cedar Mesa and Cedaredge. His responsibilities included serving 
as sheriff and delivering mail to local residents.
   Mildred has developed a plethora of memories in Cedar Mesa during 
the 93 years that she has spent in the area. She notes that while 
children now have spring break, she remembers the days when students 
had ``mud breaks,'' when the spring weather inhibited any type of 
travel, and ``apple breaks,'' when students provided an extra hand 
during harvest season. Mildred also remembers the days when electricity 
was only available two days a week and silent movies were a popular 
form of entertainment. She has helped to preserve her precious memories 
by performing a one-person skit over the years and participating in the 
local historical society.
   Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize Mildred Bowles, a woman 
who provides her community with a priceless link to our past. We are 
fortunate to have her memories, which serve as a reminder of the hard 
work and determination that have made our nation strong. I commend 
Mildred for all that she does in her community and wish her all the 
best in her future endeavors.




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