[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 153 (Thursday, September 25, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1967]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO MARILYN ALLENDER

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 24, 2008

  Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Marilyn Allender 
of Jefferson, Iowa as a new inductee into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame for 
her outstanding service and dedication to 4-H.
  Counties select inductees for their exceptional work in contributing 
to the lives of 4-H members and the overall 4-H program. Many inductees 
served either as club leaders, youth mentors, or financial supporters. 
These people must have demonstrated dedication, encouragement and 
commitment.
  Marilyn Allender was a 7 year member of 4-H, a leader for 15 years, 
and has been a judge at all levels (local, achievement shows, county 
fairs and state fairs) for 55 years total, and she is still active 
within the program. She has participated at the county level by serving 
as a chaperone for several events, ranging from a local trip to Des 
Moines, to going along on the Washington, D.C. trip. In 2002, she 
received the Greene county 4-H Alumni Award for her many years of 
varied and extensive service to the program. A local spokesperson said 
this of Marilyn, ``Her positive, caring, and encouraging attitude 
helped youth to truly make the best better by achieving the very best 
that they are capable of.''
  I congratulate Marilyn Allender on her well-deserved award, and I'm 
certain that she will continue to touch the lives of many people in her 
community and remain active in the 4-H club. It is a great honor to 
represent Marilyn in the United States Congress, and I wish her the 
best.

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