[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 133 (Thursday, November 18, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2045]
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  RECOGNIZING DEREK E. WILLIAMS FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 2004

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Derek E. 
Williams of Kearney, MO, 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 397, and in earning the most 
prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
  Derek has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the 3 years Derek has been involved with 
scouting, he has held numerous leadership positions, serving as 
Assistant Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, Chaplain Aide, Assistant Senior 
Patrol Leader, and Senior Patrol Leader. Derek is a member of the Tribe 
of Mic-O-Say, Order of the Arrow, and Brotherhood.
  For his Eagle Scout project, Derek built a bridge at the Lions Club 
Park. With the addition of Derek's bridge, the park is now handicap 
accessible. The project took approximately 120 hours to complete.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Derek E. 
Williams 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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