[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5538]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



          HONORING THE ITALIAN AMERICAN WAR VETERANS POST #26

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                             HON. RON KLINK

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 12, 2000

  Mr. KLINK. Mr. Speaker, today I recognize the Italian American War 
Veterans Post #26 of western Pennsylvania and its past commanders for 
their efforts in honoring our war heroes. Through picnics and other 
social functions, these distinguished individuals have helped many 
veterans remain connected to their colleagues in the New Castle area. 
They honor our fallen veterans by placing flags on their graves on 
Memorial Day, and they help our veterans by donating their time and 
resources to the Hospice of New Castle Hospital. By serving as 
department commanders and in state and national offices, the Italian 
American War Veterans have proven their commitment to improving the 
lives of their fellow veterans.
  I would especially like to recognize the past commanders of the 
Italian American War Veterans Post #26. Without their hard work and 
leadership, many of these accomplishments would not have been possible: 
Ben Rizzo, Fred Mancini, Frank Minice, P.D.C., Carl Cialella, John 
Russo, Jr., Frank Bonfield, P.D.C., Richard Veri, and Anthony Toscano.
  Once again, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the members 
of the Italian American War Veterans Post #26 for their dedication to 
our nation's veterans. Because of their efforts, these great Americans 
will never be forgotten.

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