[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16832]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 A RESOLUTION HONORING JOSIE COLE, LeGRAND SMITH SCHOLARSHIP WINNER OF 
                               PARMA, MI

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                               speech of

                            HON. NICK SMITH

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 13, 2003

  Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, let it be known that it is with 
great respect for the outstanding record of excellence she has compiled 
in academics, leadership and community service, that I am proud to 
salute Josie Cole, winner of the 2003 LeGrand Smith Scholarship. This 
award is made to young adults who have demonstrated that they are truly 
committed to playing important roles in our Nation's future.
  As a winner of the LeGrand Smith Scholarship, Josie is being honored 
for demonstrating that same generosity of spirit, intelligence, 
responsible citizenship, and capacity for human service that 
distinguished the late LeGrand Smith of Somerset, Michigan.
  Josie is an exceptional student at Springport High School, and 
possesses an outstanding record of achievement in high school. Josie 
has received numerous awards for her excellence in academics and 
athletics, as well as her volunteer activities with the Eaton Rapids 
Women's Club and Vacation Bible School. Josie is also proficient in 
sign language and has signed the National Anthem at athletic events at 
Springport High School.
  Therefore, I am proud to join with her many admirers in extending my 
highest praise and congratulations to Josie Cole for her selection as 
winner of a LeGrand Smith Scholarship. This honor is a testament to the 
parents, teachers, and others whose personal interest, strong support 
and active participation contributed to her success. To this remarkable 
young woman, I extend my most heartfelt good wishes for all her future 
endeavors.

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