[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 64 (Thursday, May 9, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E739-E740]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING RICHY RAYMOND

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                          HON. ELIZABETH FURSE

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 8, 1996

  Ms. FURSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a very special 
fourth grader from Carlton Elementary School of Yamhill County, OR. 
This exceptional young man took it upon himself to help the victims of 
the February floods which devastated communities throughout our region.
  Richy Raymond believed that he and his classmates could lend a hand 
and raise

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money for the recovery efforts by donating a penny a day for 10 days. 
He had anticipated collecting approximately $45 to contribute to the 
American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.
  Richy never anticipated that donations would pour in from his entire 
school, as well as other schools and communities within Yamhill County. 
Even places as far away as Bend and Bandon, OR, sent in their heartfelt 
contributions. To date, Richy's campaign, ``Kids Can Help--Pennies 
Count, Too'' has collected a remarkable $6,000 to help victims of the 
floods.
  Richy is truly a fine example of our youth today and of our great 
Oregon spirit. As Oregonians continue their efforts to recover from the 
flooding, I applaud Richy's compassion and dedication, and am 
privileged to have this opportunity to recognize him before the House 
of Representatives today.

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