[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 157 (Tuesday, November 9, 1999)]
[Senate]
[Page S14433]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 TRIBUTE TO ANDY FRENCH, EDDIE  WILSON, AND LIBBY O'FLAHERTY FOR THEIR 
                             HEROIC EFFORTS

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to 
honor three individuals who define heroic action and the selflessness 
of many of the citizens of the State of New Hampshire. While only 
teenagers, these three individuals acted with maturity and grace in 
saving the life of Carol Black of Newton, Massachusetts.
  Andy French, Eddie Wilson, and Libby O'Flaherty, all of Gilford, New 
Hampshire, were enjoying a quiet afternoon on the lake when they 
spotted Carol Black. Upon seeing the body of the unconscious woman in 
the water of Lake Winnepesaukee, the three youths selflessly came to 
her aid. They did not hesitate before saving her, a testament to their 
individual honor.
  Mr. President, in a society where we too often hear stories of youth 
violence, it is refreshing to hear of heroic deeds such as this. Too 
often, the actions of a few that have wandered from the fold overshadow 
those who have acted with continual kindness.
  It is one of the deepest pleasures for me to be able to rise today to 
honor these three individuals from my home area. Their kindness and 
dedication sets a precedent for other youth to follow. It is an honor 
to represent them in the United States Senate.

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