[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 34 (Thursday, March 16, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E394]
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                      TRIBUTE TO DUANE B. HAGADONE

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                       HON. C.L. ``BUTCH'' OTTER

                                of idaho

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 16, 2006

  Mr. OTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to draw the attention of the 
House to an entrepreneur and philanthropist from my district whose 
initiative and vision are an inspiration to all Idahoans.
  Duane B. Hagadone began his modest career selling newspaper 
subscriptions. With hard work and passion Duane worked his way up to 
editor, then owner of that newspaper. Much later he founded one of the 
most successful diversified publishing and hospitality businesses in 
Idaho history, the Hagadone Corporation.
  On December 9, 2004, this lifelong resident of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 
was inducted into the Horatio Alger Association, an organization that 
honors those who have overcome adversity and modest beginnings to 
achieve success. He now serves on that association's board of 
directors, and through determination and leadership has provided 
countless scholarships for underprivileged high school seniors.
  Duane B. Hagadone was inducted into the Idaho Hall of Fame, and was 
named Most Influential North Idaho Citizen for the past 5 years for his 
many contributions to the welfare of Idaho and its citizens.
  Duane B. Hagadone shines as a leader in the field of business and 
public works. He has given back endlessly to the State of Idaho and 
embodies a sense of civic virtue that makes him one of our state's 
greatest advocates and most valuable assets. I hope the House will join 
me in acknowledging Duane B. Hagadone's many contributions to Idaho, 
and his continuing example to us all.

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