[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 69 (Monday, April 30, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E887]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING MATTHEW DONALD MARSH FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 30, 2007

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Matthew 
Donald Marsh, 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 374, and in earning the most prestigious 
award of Eagle Scout.
  Matthew has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the years Matthew has been involved with 
scouting, he has earned 34 merit badges and held numerous leadership 
positions, serving as Chaplains' Aide, Assistant Patrol Leader twice 
and Patrol Leader twice. Matthew has earned the 100 Night Camper Award 
and became a Runner in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say.
  Matthew used his organizational and leadership skills to lead a group 
of boys and adults in restoring the trail erosion barriers at the Camp 
Fire Boys and Girls Camp Shawnee. He is currently a senior at the 
University of Missouri--Rolla where he is a student of Computer Science 
and Electrical Engineering.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Matthew 
Donald Marsh 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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