[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5228]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING CHRISTOPHER BLAKE FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 1, 2007

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Christopher 
Blake, 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 395, and in earning the most prestigious 
award of Eagle Scout.
  Christopher has been very active with his troop, participating in 
many Scout activities. Over the many years Christopher 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 Christopher 
Blake 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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