[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 160 (Thursday, November 6, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2261]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING STEPHEN OLDER FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, November 6, 2003

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Stephen Older, 
a very special young man who has exemplified the finest qualities of 
citizenship and leadership by taking an active part in the Boy Scouts 
of America, Troop 395, and in earning the most prestigious award of 
Eagle Scout.
  Stephen has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the six years Stephen has been involved with 
scouting, he has earned 28 merit badges and has held numerous 
leadership positions, serving as Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, 
Assistant Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, Senior Patrol Leader, and Troop 
Guide. Stephen is also a Tom-Tom Beater in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say.
  For his Eagle Scout project, Stephen designed, implemented, and 
installed a stone retaining wall at the Pine Ridge Presbyterian Church. 
He oversaw almost forty scouts and adults during the month long 
project.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Stephen Older 
for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of America and for his 
efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of Eagle Scout.

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