[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 56 (Thursday, May 7, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E791]
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SPECIAL TRIBUTE HONORING JEREMY BAYER, LeGRAND SMITH SCHOLARSHIP WINNER

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                            HON. NICK SMITH

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 7, 1998

  Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect for the 
outstanding record of excellence he has compiled in academics, 
leadership and community service, that I am proud to salute Jeremy 
Bayer, winner of the 1998 LeGrand Smith Scholarship. This award is made 
to young adults who have demonstrated that they are truly committed to 
playing important roles in our Nation's future.
  As a winner of the LeGrand Smith Scholarship, Jeremy is being honored 
for demonstrating that same generosity of spirit, intelligence, 
responsible citizenship, and capacity for human service that 
distinguished the late LeGrand Smith of Somerset, Michigan.
  Jeremy Bayer is an exceptional student at Northwest High School and 
possesses an impressive high school record. He has been involved with 
the National Honor Society. Jeremy is also involved with the Science 
team and the Chi Alpha/Religious Club. He is a member of the varsity 
soccer, swimming and track teams. Outside of school Jeremy, has been 
involved with the Boy Scout Explorers and served as a soccer referee 
and soccer camp counselor.
  In special tribute, Therefore, I am proud to join with his many 
admirers in extending my highest praise and congratulations to Jeremy 
Bayer for his selection as a winner of a LeGrand Smith Scholarship. 
This honor is also a testament to the parents, teachers, and others 
whose personal interest, strong support and active participation 
contributed to his success. To this remarkable young man, I extend my 
most heartfelt good wishes for all his future endeavors.

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