[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 104 (Wednesday, July 27, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1618]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAUL KASTEN POST OFFICE BUILDING

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                         HON. DENNIS R. REHBERG

                               of montana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 26, 2005

  Mr. REHBERG. Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the Government Reform 
Committee and this body for joining me in recognizing one of my 
constituents, Paul Kasten, an employee of the U.S. Postal Service for 
the past 57 years.
  Before his retirement this spring, at the age of 86, Paul Kasten had 
spent the last half-century serving eastern Montana. He began his 
postal career in 1947 riding a saddle horse to the farming community of 
Watkins.
  In 1959, many of the rural routes consolidated expanding Mr. Kasten's 
route to 93 miles. Despite the immense distances, he would deliver 
regular mail to 30 families three times a week. His dedication and 
faithfulness earn him praise above which he will acknowledge. In 
addition to his mail deliveries, Paul would also deliver groceries, 
supplies, and anything that was needed by his rural customers. He was 
and is a valued and dedicated member of those communities.
  Paul Kasten is a tribute to the entire U.S. Postal Service and I urge 
your support for his distinguished career. In honor of all his years of 
faithful service please join me in recognizing Mr. Kasten's 
achievements by designating the Brockway Post Office as the ``Paul 
Kasten Post Office Building.'' Thank you.

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