[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 91 (Thursday, June 17, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1128]
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      HONORING THE 99TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 1 OF PAOLI

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                            HON. JIM GERLACH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 17, 2010

  Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Boy Scout Troop 1 
of Paoli, Chester County as they celebrate their 99th anniversary.
  Generation after generation, the Scouts of Troop 1 have developed and 
exhibited exemplary character, values and leadership skills and have 
volunteered thousands of hours to clean up streams, build parks and 
take on countless other projects aimed at improving the quality of life 
throughout the Paoli area. As a result, the Troop has established 
itself as one of the premiere Scouting programs in the Nation.
  A major reason the tradition of Scouting has thrived in Paoli and 
throughout the Nation is due to dedicated volunteers and Troop alumni, 
who graciously commit countless hours and endless effort to mentoring 
young men in their communities.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in 
congratulating Boy Scout Troop 1 on reaching this very special 
milestone and offering best wishes for continued success in mentoring 
generations of local youth and building a stronger community and 
Nation.

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