[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 135 (Friday, September 18, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1321]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING KATHLEEN ``MIKE'' DALTON FOR CONTRIBUTIONS IN PUBLIC SERVICE

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                             HON. DON YOUNG

                               of alaska

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 18, 2015

  Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of an 
Alaskan pioneer, a lifelong dedicated civil servant and volunteer, Mrs. 
Kathleen ``Mike'' Dalton. Life was not easy in any way for the pioneers 
of Alaska; only the strong in heart and mind would thrive in such an 
unforgiving environment. Mike's life epitomizes the spirit of 
resilience and strength which advanced an early Alaskan frontier.
   As a young girl, Mike moved to Alaska in 1949. She began her 
lifelong involvement in politics and public service in 1962, and 
quickly became the backbone of the Fairbanks Republican Women. She has 
proudly served in numerous political positions throughout her life, and 
played an integral role in the office of Senator Ted Stevens.
   Civic service was only one effort of the Dalton family. Mike's 
husband, Jim was instrumental to advancing U.S. energy and defense as a 
pioneer engineer of the early oil exploration efforts in the Arctic and 
the Distant Early Warning radar line (DEW line). Both of which made a 
great impact to the nation.
   On a personal note, the Daltons have always treated me as one of 
their own. I will never forget the many times they opened their house 
off Dalton Trail to my late wife Lu, my daughters and me. I will always 
cherish the memories, friendship and unwavering support we've shared 
over the years. Alaska would be a different place without Mike, and it 
is only fitting that she be recognized for all her efforts.

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