[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 103 (Thursday, July 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1479]
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  HONORING HOWARD SNELL FOR HIS SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO OUR COUNTRY

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                           HON. RALPH M. HALL

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 22, 2004

  Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I am honored today to recognize an outstanding 
veteran of World War II who dedicated much of his life in service to 
our country--Howard Snell of Tyler.
  Mr. Snell devoted 21 years to service in the U.S. Navy, moving 
through the ranks from cook to chief sonar technician. During that 
time, he engaged in 17 World War II battles, including the infamous 
attack on Pearl Harbor and the monumental showdown at Midway.
  Now at the age of 81, Mr. Snell has found himself in the middle of 
another battle--with cancer. Yet in a display of his trademark 
determination, Mr. Snell was one of the proud veterans present at the 
May 29 dedication of the National World War II Memorial in Washington. 
He postponed his first round of chemotherapy so that he could attend 
the ceremony, fearing that starting the treatment before his trip would 
cause him to miss the dedication--and that was simply not an option for 
this World War II veteran who serves as an official of the national 
Survivors of Pearl Harbor Association.
  Throughout his life, Mr. Snell has upheld the high standards of 
conduct befitting a soldier and a gentleman. As we adjourn today, it is 
my privilege to recognize such an outstanding American and veteran--Mr. 
Howard Snell--and wish him well as he fights another of life's battles.

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