[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 81 (Wednesday, June 9, 1999)]
[Senate]
[Page S6812]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          GIRL SCOUT TROOP 327 CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF SERVICE

 Mr. ABRAHAM. Mr. President, I rise to recognize the 54 
participants of Girl Scout Troop 327 from Wayne County, Michigan, as 
they celebrate 25 years of continuous service at the Mackinac Island 
Scout Camp.
  Based in Grosse Pointe, the Troop recruits girls from Livonia, 
Dearborn, and the entire east side of Detroit. This combined group from 
the Michigan Metro Girl Scout Council will be traveling to Mackinac 
Island on Thursday, June 24, 1999 to celebrate their 25th Anniversary 
of service to the Island.
  While on the Island, the Girl Scouts will continue their commitment 
to be better citizens through community service and goodwill deeds. In 
cooperation with the Mackinac Island State Park Commission, they plan 
to greet visitors in various public buildings, give directions to 
tourists, paint dilapidated park benches, and clean up heavily traveled 
park trails. The beauty of the Island will undoubtedly be preserved 
because of the Girl Scouts' service and dedication.
  Past experiences have enabled Troop 327 to gain a wealth of 
information about the world around them. As members of Governor 
Engler's Honor Guard, the girls have been responsible for raising 26 
United States flags over the country's National Cemeteries, Post 
Cemetery, and another at the Governor's summer residence. Through their 
experiences, the Girl Scouts have become more mature while gaining 
valuable life and human relations skills.
  Earning the ``Gold Award'' and ``Silver Award'' for their active 
participation in community service, members of the Troop continue to 
exemplify their self-professed national motto: ``Girl Scouting: where 
girls grow strong.''
  As individuals, communities and businesses strive to make positive 
impacts on the world, our younger community sets an example for every 
generation to follow. I urge my colleagues to join me in praising these 
girls for their continued efforts. The service provided by Girl Scout 
Troop 327 has left a mark on their lives, and in future weeks their 
service will positively affect those who visit Mackinac Island from 
around the world.

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