[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 76 (Thursday, June 5, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1126]
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 IN TRIBUTE TO RECIPIENTS OF THE GIRL SCOUT WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARD

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                           HON. LARRY COMBEST

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 5, 1997

  Mr. COMBEST. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to rise today to 
give tribute to the three women of the Permian Basin who have been 
presented with the Girl Scout Women of Distinction Award. Shatzie Tighe 
of Midland, Betsy Triplett-Hurt of Odessa, and Kathlyn Dunagan of 
Monahans have distinguished themselves as positive role models for 
young women in their respective areas, and have been honored and 
recognized for their efforts both locally and now at the State level.
  In our uncertain world, having positive influences in young people's 
lives is essential, but making time to spend with young people is not 
always easy for adults when demands are great. In touching these young 
women's lives, in helping them to grow into responsible and giving 
adults, and in giving them the best possible example to follow wherever 
they live in the future, these Texas women are truly women of 
distinction and I salute them.
  I congratulate Shatzie Tighe, Betsy Triplett-Hurt, and Kathlyn 
Dunagan for their extraordinary efforts and for all they have done for 
their neighbors, their community, their State, and our Nation.

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