| Congressman James L. Oberstar (center) accepts his Iron Man Award from Great Lakes Maritime Task Force in Washington on September 29. The award recognizes Rep. Oberstar’s support for the iron mining, steel and Great Lakes shipping industries. Pictured with the Congressman are (l-r) Steven Fisher, American Great Lakes Ports Association; C. James Patti, Maritime Institute for Research and Development; Brian Schoeneman, Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association;; Charles Crangle, American Maritime Officers; John Cullather, House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Transportation; Karen Phillips, Canadian National Railway; Larry Evans, Transportation Institute; and James H. I. Weakley, Lake Carriers ’ Association. |
