[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 24120-24121]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING MICHAEL THORNTON FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 10, 2007

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Michael 
Thornton, 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 138, and in earning the most prestigious 
award of Eagle Scout.
  Michael has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Michael's interest in working with community and 
veteran affairs inspired him to clean and preserve over 200 headstones 
of fallen soldiers at Ashland Memorial Cemetery. Over the years Michael 
has been involved with scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit 
badges, but also the respect of his family, peers, and community.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Michael 
Thornton 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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