[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 20]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 27998]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO JACOB SCHOOLEY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 20, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize and pay tribute to a hero of the community of Glenwood 
Springs, Colorado. Jacob Schooley recently distinguished himself in a 
local fire that threatened to destroy a historic building and injure 
several residents. I would like to highlight Jacob's heroics and thank 
him for his service.
  Jacob arose to a regular morning on Saturday, December 1, 2001, until 
he heard fire alarms ringing throughout his residence. After making a 
call to 911, Jacob proceeded to awaken his neighbors to the danger that 
lay ahead. After finding the source of the fire, Jacob extinguished the 
flames and directed the residents to safety. Jacob continued to fight 
the fire until firefighters arrived on the scene to control the blaze. 
As a result of his quick reaction, the fire damage was minimal and the 
residents were allowed to reoccupy their homes soon thereafter.
  Mr. Speaker, I again commend Jacob Schooley for his quick action and 
decisiveness in a time of crisis. The fire harmed several residents and 
firefighters with burns and smoke inhalation, but without Jacob's 
efforts, the toll could have been much worse. I am honored to represent 
citizens like Jacob and his community of Glenwood Springs. Thank you 
for your efforts Jacob and this body appreciates your dedication to 
helping others in a time of need.

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