[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18870]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING JACOB STAVES FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 21, 2004

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Jacob Staves, 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 376, and by earning the most prestigious award of 
Eagle Scout. Jake currently attends Liberty High School and Chandler 
Baptist Church, and will receive his Eagle Scout Award on September 12, 
2004.
  Jake has been very active with his troop by participating in many 
Scout activities, earning numerous merit badges, and serving in a 
variety of leadership positions. He has held such positions as 
Assistant Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, Senior Patrol Leader, as well 
as Troop Guide. He has earned the World Conservation Award and is BSA 
Lifeguard Certified. In addition to these accomplishments, Jake is a 
member of both honor camping programs, Order of the Arrow and the Tribe 
of Mic-O-Say. For his Eagle Scout project, Jake once again displayed 
his dedication to service by leading a group of Boy Scouts to build and 
install a sign for Chandler Cemetery.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Jacob Staves 
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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