[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 103 (Friday, July 12, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1266]
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                    TRIBUTE TO JOHN DAVID DEBOER II

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                        HON. WILLIAM O. LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 11, 1996

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to an 
outstanding scout, John David DeBoer II in achieving the rank of Eagle 
Scout.
  The Boy Scouts of America, Troop 3 presented John DeBoer with the 
Eagle Scout Award at the All Saints Episcopal Church in Western 
Springs, IL on Sunday, June 23, 1996 in the presence of his fellow 
troop member, his parents, family and friends.
  The Eagle Scout Award stands for honor which is the foundation of all 
character. It stands for loyalty and without loyalty, all character 
lacks direction. Finally, the award displays courage, which gives 
character force and strength.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate John and his parents for the many years 
of participation in the Scouting program. The Boy Scouts of America has 
proven to develop a solid foundation for many of our youths, all over 
this fine country of the United States.

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