    [Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 35, Number 47 (Monday, November 29, 1999)]
    [Page 2411]
    [Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on the Texas A&M University Bonfire Tower Tragedy

    November 19, 1999

        Today I spoke with Dr. Ray Bowen, president of Texas A&M University,
    to extend my deepest sympathies on the tragedy that occurred at the
    campus. This is a heartbreaking loss. America stands with the College
    Station community as it joins together during this difficult time.
    Hillary and I offer our thoughts and prayers to the families and friends
    of those who were injured or killed in this devastating incident.

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