[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 49 (Thursday, April 21, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E712]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING TRAVIS R. VOGEL FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 20, 2005

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Travis R. 
Vogel, 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 633, and in earning the most prestigious 
award of Eagle Scout. Travis received his Eagle Award on March 5, 2005 
at an Eagle Court of Honor in Platte Woods, Missouri.
  Travis has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
Scout activities. Over the many years Travis has been involved with 
Scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but the respect 
of his family, peers, and community. He is truly an exemplary Scout.
  For his Eagle project, Travis remodeled the walls of the VFW 
basement. Travis installed new window well frames, and installed new 
siding--which he also painted--on the exterior. His work on the 
interior included new drywall, patching existing wall surfaces, 
texturing and painting the walls, and adding a chair rail. The project 
provided the VFW with a nicer looking space, and the window framing in 
particular will help the VFW save on energy costs.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Travis R. 
Vogel 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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