[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 10 (Tuesday, January 25, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E108-E109]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING MAHLON KRUSE

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 25, 2011

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Mahlon Kruse. Mahlon is a very special young man who has exemplified 
the finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by taking an active 
part in the Civil Air Patrol and earning the most prestigious General 
Billy Mitchell Award.
  Mahlon has been very active with his patrol, participating in many 
activities. Over the many

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years Mahlon has been involved with the patrol, he has not only earned 
numerous decorations, but also the respect of his family, peers, and 
community. Most notably, Mahlon has earned the rank of Second 
Lieutenant in the Platte Valley Squadron and further distinguished his 
record at Hawk Mountain Ranger School and at the National Glider Flight 
Academy. Mahlon has also maintained an impressive 3.97 GPA and is also 
planning on serving his country by attending the Air Force Academy.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Mahlon Kruse 
for his accomplishments with the Civil Air Patrol and for his efforts 
put forth in achieving the highest distinction of the Mitchell Award.

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