[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 128 (Wednesday, September 17, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1816]
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IN SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF ALEX MACHASKEE IN CELEBRATION OF HIS AWARD OF 
              INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 17, 2003

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay a very special tribute 
to one of Ohio's leading business executives, Mr. Alex Machaskee. Alex 
Machaskee is the president and publisher of The Plain Dealer, Ohio's 
largest newspaper. On Thursday September 18, 2003, Alex Machaskee will 
be honored by the World Trade Center of Cleveland as the International 
Business Executive of the Year.
  Mr. Machaskee's extensive career of forty-three years with The Plain 
Dealer includes thirteen as publisher. In addition to his many business 
achievements, Northeastern Ohio is proud of Alex Machaskee's civic 
involvement. His work on the Board of United Way Services, the Musical 
Arts Association, the International Children's Games, and Crime 
Stoppers of Cuyahoga County, Inc., are merely a few of his numerous 
civic activities.
  Alex Machaskee embodies the very spirit of American workmanship 
through his dedication and service. His commitment to the community 
combined with his devotion to The Plain Dealer merit the award as 
International Business Executive of the Year.
  Mr. Speaker, we are a nation built upon the ideals of capitalism and 
the embracing of freedom of speech. Mr. Machaskee advances that which 
binds us together as one great nation. It has often been said that 
America succeeds due to the remarkable accomplishments and 
contributions of her citizens. It is evident that Alex Machaskee has 
given freely of his time and energy to assist in the promotion of his 
community.
  Mr. Speaker, at this time, I would urge my colleagues to stand and 
join me in paying special tribute to Mr. Alex Machaskee. On the 
occasion of being named the International Business Executive of the 
Year, we congratulate him for his service and wish him the best in all 
his future endeavors.

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