[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 157 (Wednesday, October 17, 2007)]
[Senate]
[Page S12984]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     RECOGNIZING THE SALVATION ARMY

 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize the Rapid 
City Chapter of the Salvation Army as they celebrate 100 years of 
dedicated service to the local community.
  For the last century, the Salvation Army of Rapid City has stood 
ready to assist South Dakotans of all ages through a variety of 
services including disaster relief, food and nutrition services, family 
counseling, health services, and many others. They own and operate the 
Black Hills Salvation Army Camp and the Rapid City Salvation Army 
Thrift Store. This ``church with its sleeves rolled up'' serves as a 
shining example of an organization that is meeting the needs of South 
Dakota's citizens both physically and spiritually.
  The Salvation Army would not be able to perform its invaluable 
mission without the hard work and dedication of the many volunteers and 
officers who have put in countless hours serving the needs of others. 
These compassionate individuals are truly the backbone of the Rapid 
City community and I hope that their service will inspire others to 
lend a helping hand.
  It gives me great pleasure to rise with the State of South Dakota in 
congratulating the Salvation Army of Rapid City on this important 
anniversary and wish them continued success in the years to 
come.

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