[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 136 (Thursday, September 24, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2364-E2365]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING WILLIAM McDANIEL

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 24, 2009

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize William 
McDaniel. William is 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 1040, and earning the most 
prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
  William has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the many years William has been involved with 
scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but also the 
respect of his family, peers, and community. Most notably, William has 
earned the Ad Altare Dei emblem, recognizing his development and growth 
into a fully Christian way of life in the faith community. William has 
also contributed to his community through his Eagle Scout project. 
William built a delivery ramp for the Grace United

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Church soup kitchen, allowing them greater ease in their deliveries and 
increasing their effectiveness in providing for their community.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending William 
McDaniel 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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