[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 44 (Thursday, April 18, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S2945]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO MELISSA BOGACKI

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, today I pay tribute 
to Melissa Bogacki of Chester, NH. Her quick action and bravery helped 
save the life of her drowning brother.
  I commend Melissa for immediately responding to this stressful and 
dangerous situation. While she was taking a walk with her siblings, she 
noticed that her three-year old brother had fallen into a swampy area. 
Responding immediately, she jumped in to rescue him. After dragging him 
to safety Melissa immediately notified her mother for help.
  Melissa's valorous deed serves as an example to the people of Chester 
as well as the Granite State. She saved the life of a family member and 
brought comfort to her family. I am confident that as long as we have 
dedicated citizens like Melissa our Nation will continue to be strong. 
It is an honor to represent you in the U.S. Senate.

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