[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 124 (Tuesday, July 31, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1662]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      TRIBUTE TO JOEL STERLING HUMBLE FOR THE AWARD OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 31, 2007

  Mr. GRAVES Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Joel Sterling 
Humble, 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 205, and by earning the most prestigious 
award of Eagle Scout
  Joel has been very active with his troop, participating in many Scout 
activities. Over the years Nicholas has been involved in Scouting, he 
has earned 39 merit badges and held numerous leadership positions, 
serving as assistant senior patrol leader, patrol leader, librarian and 
scribe. Joel is also a warrior in the tribe of Mic-O-Say.
  For his Eagle Scout project, Joel cleared a \1/4\ long fence line of 
overgrown bush and debris at the Blue Springs Cemetery in Blue Springs, 
MO. Joel has also earned several special awards including the 12 Month 
Camper Award, the Internet Safety Award, Leave No Trace Award, 
Snorkeling Award, World Conservation Award and 50 Miler Award.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Joel 
Sterling Humble 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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