[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 16 (Friday, January 26, 2007)]
[Senate]
[Page S1236]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING LESTER KARAS

 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I recognize Lester Karas who 
was honored by the community of Deadwood for his dedicated service to 
the community's young people. The Deadwood mayor declared December 5, 
2006, Les Karas Day in honor of his outstanding commitment and 
dedication to the safety of the community's elementary school students.
  Mr. Karas serves as a volunteer crossing-guard for the students of 
Lead-Deadwood Elementary school. He plays an important role in keeping 
these students safe as they travel back and forth from school. In 
addition, Mr. Karas teaches the children good safety habits that they 
will use throughout their lives.
  South Dakota's communities are held together by volunteers like Mr. 
Karas who dedicate their time and energy to helping those around them. 
It gives me great pleasure to commemorate Lester Karas on this special 
occasion and to wish him continued success in the years to 
come.

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