[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 136 (Friday, October 4, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1433-E1434]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING GABRIEL HARRISON BIGGS

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 4, 2013

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Gabriel Harrison Biggs. Gabriel 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 214, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
   Gabriel has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the many years Gabriel has been involved with

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scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but also the 
respect of his family, peers, and community. Most notably, Gabriel has 
contributed to his community through his Eagle Scout project. Gabriel 
removed and replaced stones from the prayer garden at St. James 
Catholic Church in Liberty, Missouri, enhancing the overall beauty and 
quality of the prayer garden.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Gabriel 
Harrison Biggs 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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