[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 141 (Tuesday, November 18, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1610]
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                      HONORING HENRY SAMUEL GRAVES

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 18, 2014

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Henry Samuel Graves. Hank 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 714, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
   Hank has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the many years Hank 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, Hank has 
become a Firebuilder in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say while also attending the 
National Youth Leadership Training, the 2013 National Boy Scout 
Jamboree and High Adventure at Philmont Scout Ranch. Hank has also 
contributed to his community through his Eagle Scout project. Hank 
restored and documented the grave markers, some dating back to the 19th 
century, in a family cemetery outside of Edgerton, Missouri, that had 
been abandoned and neglected for years.
   As Hank's uncle, I am proud of the young man he has become. As an 
Eagle Scout, I admire the determination he has shown in completing his 
path to Eagle.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Henry Samuel 
Graves 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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