[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10527]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 58 OF PHOENIXVILLE

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                            HON. JIM GERLACH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 10, 2010

  Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Boy Scout Troop 58 
of Phoenixville, Chester County as they celebrate their 75th 
anniversary.
  Chartered by the Knights of Columbus #1374, Troop 58 is the oldest 
Scouting organization serving the youth of Phoenixville.
  The Troop has enriched the lives of several generations of boys and 
young men through activities geared toward building character, 
developing leadership skills and instilling a commitment to serving 
others.
  In 1955, the Troop established a Dive and Rescue Unit with the help 
of Friendship Fire Company in the Borough and Scouts have received 
training from members of the Philadelphia Police Harbor Patrol.
  The success of the Troop can be attributed to the dedicated 
volunteers and Troop alumni who graciously commit countless hours to 
area youth and the organization. The outstanding effort has resulted in 
37 scouts earning their Eagle Scout Badges.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in 
congratulating Boy Scout Troop 58 on reaching this very special 
milestone and offering best wishes for continued success in mentoring 
generations of local youth and building a stronger community and 
nation.

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