[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 48 (Thursday, April 11, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E431]
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                       HONORING DAYTON R. ZIRKLE

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 11, 2013

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Dayton R. Zirkle. Dayton 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 216, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
   Dayton has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
Scout activities. Over the many years Dayton has been involved with 
Scouting, he has not only earned 68 merit badges, but also the respect 
of his family, peers, and community. Most notably, Dayton has led his 
troop as Senior Patrol Leader and earned the rank of Tom-Tom Beater in 
the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Dayton has also contributed to his community 
through his Eagle Scout project. Dayton built a migration tower and 
nesting habitat for the Chimney Swift at Helen Davis School in St. 
Joseph, Missouri, providing much-needed habitat for a bird population 
in need of support.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Dayton R. 
Zirkle 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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