[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 844]
[From the U.S. 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 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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