[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11581]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING R.C. DELA CRUZ

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                           HON. ROBERT W. NEY

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 3, 2004

  Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker:
  Whereas, R.C. Dela Cruz has completed his education at St. 
Clairsville High School in the class of 2004; and
  Whereas, R.C. Dela Cruz was a National Honor Society member and a 
National Honor Roll Member. His hard work and dedication earned him the 
St. Clairsville Chamber of Commerce 4.0 Award, the Ohio Valley Athletic 
Academic Award, and recognition in the National Society of High School 
Scholars; and
  Whereas, R.C. Dela Cruz was a member of the baseball, football, and 
swim teams. As the co-captain of the football team R.C. earned the Most 
Valuable Player award, the East Ohio District Football Special Mention, 
and the Times Leader Athlete of the Week Honorable Mention for both his 
offensive and defensive positions; and
  Whereas, R.C. Dela Cruz is to be commended for the dedication and 
excellence he displayed while attending St. Clairsville High School; 
and
  Whereas, R.C. Dela Cruz has demonstrated a commitment to meet 
challenges with enthusiasm and confidence;
  Therefore, I join with the family and friends of R.C., and the entire 
18th Congressional District of Ohio in congratulating R.C. Dela Cruz, 
graduate of St. Clairsville High School class of 2004, for his 
outstanding performance in school. We wish you the best of luck in all 
your pursuits.

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