[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 125 (Wednesday, August 1, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1678]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                      HONORING NORMAN MOLLARD, JR.

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 31, 2007

  Mr. HENSARLING. Madam Speaker, today I would like to honor LCDR 
Norman Mollard, Jr. Lieutenant Commander Mollard is an asset to the 
City of Palestine and one of our country's true patriots. When he 
joined the Navy in September of 1942, Norman began a journey that would 
earn him the prestigious Navy Cross, the Distinguished Flying Cross, 
and the Presidential Unit Citation with three stars among many other 
honors. During World War II, he was stationed aboard the USS San 
Jacinto, where he received the honorable designation of Fighter Ace.
  After retiring from the Navy in July 1969, LCDR Mollard returned to 
Palestine where he continues to work to preserve the history and 
culture of east Texas. He is an active member of the Palestine Chamber 
of Commerce and spends much of his time volunteering at the Museum for 
East Texas Culture, the YMCA, and the Humane Society. He also 
participates in the Downtown Merchants Association, the Lions Club, and 
the local Masonic Lodge. LCDR Mollard's active life has been a service 
both to the City of Palestine and to our Nation.
  Madam Speaker, as the Representative of the City of Palestine, Texas, 
it is my pleasure to congratulate Norman Mollard on his many 
accomplishments. I am sure that Norman's 6 children and many 
grandchildren are very proud of what he has accomplished in such a long 
and distinguished lifetime.

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