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A TRIBUTE TO MS. DOROTHY described her as a mentor, and an inspiration Thanks to the successful leadership of LINC GRACE BOYAJIAN ON HER 53 to those who strive to make students feel like TELACU, every 2003 LINC TELACU Scholar YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE dignitaries themselves. achieved their high school diploma, college Mr. Speaker, another example of Ms. degree, or nursing degree. This year, LINC HON. TOM LANTOS Boyajian’s effect on the community can be TELACU will help 600 more students accom- OF CALIFORNIA seen by the fact that the San Mateo County plish their higher education goals. As the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Board of Trustees has declared that June 4, Chairman of the Congressional Hispanic Cau- 2004 will be Dorothy Grace Boyajian Day, and cus, I am proud of these students for their Tuesday, June 1, 2004 the San Mateo-Foster City School Board will commitment to succeed and wish them contin- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great rename the Sunnybrae Elementary School, ued success. honor and pride that I pay tribute to an ex- where she taught over the last 20 years, the Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to recog- traordinary teacher, Dorothy Grace Boyajian. Dorothy Grace Boyajian Elementary School for nize the many achievements and services pro- For the past 53 years, she has been an inspi- the day. vided by LINC TELACU. Please join me in ration to many of her colleagues by dedicating Teachers like Ms. Boyajian do not come honoring the LINC TELACU Scholars on June herself to serving the children of the San along everyday, and seeing her retire, though 4, 2004. Mateo-Foster City School District. well deserved, will certainly be hard on the f Ms. Boyajian was born in Camden, New community. I hope that all those who follow RECOGNIZING ERIC ADLARD FOR Jersey, and arrived in the Bay Area with her the path that Ms. Boyajian embarked upon ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE parents in 1938. She attended Turnbill Ele- over a half century ago find the same riches SCOUT mentary School, and later returned to the that she has found, the riches that you find in same building as a teacher. She attended pro- the hearts and minds of children. fessional growth classes at San Francisco I urge all of my colleagues to join me in HON. SAM GRAVES State University, Stanford University and Uni- paying tribute to Dorothy Grace Boyajian, OF MISSOURI versity of California, Berkeley. Ms. Boyajian whose life has been dedicated to teaching the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES still lives in the home her father built in Bur- children of the Peninsula. Tuesday, June 1, 2004 lingame. She supports three children through f Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Child Care International. to recognize Eric Adlard, son of Mark and Mr. Speaker, Ms. Boyajian’s extraordinary HONORING JUNE 4, 2004 AS LINC Laura Adlard, a very special young man who teaching has received many awards. She has TELACU SCHOLARS DAY has exemplified the finest qualities of citizen- won the Who’s Who in Teaching Award twice, ship and leadership by taking an active part in was inducted into the San Mateo County HON. CIRO D. RODRIGUEZ the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 846, and by Women’s Hall of Fame and was once judged OF TEXAS earning the most prestigious award of Eagle to be one of the top 40 teachers in the United IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Scout. States. The litany of awards and honors be- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 Eric has been very active with his troop, stowed upon her are indicative of the profes- participating in numerous scout activities. Over sional respect she has achieved, but Ms. Mr. RODRIGUEZ. On behalf of the Con- the years Eric has been involved with scout- Boyajian’s true legacy is her students. gressional Hispanic Caucus, I rise to recog- ing, he has held numerous leadership posi- Since her first days as a teacher 53 years nize June 4, 2004 as LINC TELACU Scholars tions, serving as Troop Historian, Patrol Lead- ago, Dorothy Grace Boyajian has instilled in Day. As a leading service organization, LINC er, and Senior Patrol Leader. Eric holds such her students an important lesson that no mat- TELACU Education Foundation in partnership special scouting honors as Arrow of Light, ter how big the world is, they can and should with numerous corporations and universities, Faith in God, On My Honor, Order of the play a part in it. As part of this lesson her stu- has helped to improve Latino communities in- Arrow, Foxman in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, and dents would write to famous dignitaries whose cluding East Los Angeles by advancing higher World Conservation Award. Eric holds twenty- responses line the walls around her class- education opportunities for thousands of six merit badges. young Latino leaders. room. This led to a memorable moment when For his Eagle Scout project, Eric built three For over two decades, the Foundation has a local television show came to her classroom concrete pads for the baseball bleachers at assisted talented Latinos overcome formidable and showed responses from Queen Elizabeth Cecil Baker Memorial Field in Buckner, Mis- barriers to academic success by providing mil- II and the then First Lady Nancy Reagan. souri. After a half century dedicating her life to lions of dollars in scholarships, as well as Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in teaching, Ms. Boyajian’s passion for teaching comprehensive educational support programs commending Eric Damon Adlard for his ac- and her commitment to this noble profession which include: leadership development, col- complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- has not wavered. Ms. Boyajian has decided to lege retention, internships, counseling, men- ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the retire in order to save the jobs of two of her toring, tutorial assistance, computer lab, col- highest distinction of Eagle Scout. younger colleagues. In what is truly the epit- lege advisement and placement assistance, ome of selflessness, Ms Boyajian recently re- and parental support programs. In addition, f flected on her retirement by saying, ‘‘I’ll miss TELACU was selected nationally as one of FALLEN HEROES [teaching], but if it’s going to help out some only two community-based organizations na- younger teachers, I’m willing to do it.’’ It is a tionwide to deliver the TRIO Programs—Clas- SPEECH OF truly sad day when one of the most special sic Upward Bound, Veterans Upward Bound, HON. JOHN SHIMKUS and Talent Search—through which middle and teachers who has touched so many lives, has OF ILLINOIS to retire due to budget cuts. high-school students and veterans receive IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, the impact that Dorothy Grace preparation for post-secondary education Boyajian has made on the people of San I would like to commend David C. Liza´rraga, Thursday, May 20, 2004 Mateo County is immeasurable. From the dolls TELACU’s President and CEO, and his execu- Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to her students have given to her for her collec- tive staff for their leadership over the past recognize the life of Captain John Tipton who tion, to getting stopped on the street by former year. Their dedication is helping Latino stu- was recently killed in Iraq. students and told how she has affected their dents overcome the effects of low income, in- Cpt. Tipton, 32, a 1989 Granite City High lives, there is no doubt that Ms. Boyajian is a adequate support and counseling, and a lack School graduate, died this past Sunday in an teacher admired by many. Other teachers who of professional and academic role models and explosion during combat in the Al Anbar Prov- have been lucky enough to work with her have to become well educated community leaders. ince in Iraq. The province, west of Baghdad,

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VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K01JN8.001 E01PT1 E968 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 1, 2004 is where Camp Fallujah is located and is one model. His exemplary service will long be re- HONORING STEPHEN W. STRUMPH of the most hostile regions in Iraq. Capt. Tip- membered. I express my condolences to his ton was commander of Headquarters Com- survivors, especially his wife, Saundra. HON. STEVE ISRAEL pany, 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry, 1st Brigade, OF NEW YORK 1st Infantry Division out of Fort Riley. He was f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas with his wife, IN RECOGNITION OF THE NEW Tuesday, June 1, 2004 Susie Tipton, of Collinsville, and their two chil- YORK BLOOD CENTER’S 40TH AN- dren, Austin, 4, and Kaitlyn, 2. Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to NIVERSARY AND WALL OF honor Stephen W. Strumph of Glen Cove, I am proud of the service Cpt. Tipton has HONOR RECEPTION given to our country and the service he and New York, a decorated veteran and a proud others provide on a daily basis. Not enough American. can be said about the sacrifice and dedication HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Mr. Strumph began his military career in these men and women display while serving in OF NEW YORK 1937, at the Reserve Officers Army Academy Iraq. It is troops like Cpt. Tipton, those risking IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Poland. At the onset of WWII he was com- missioned Second Lieutenant Platoon Leader their lives everyday, that ensure our freedom Tuesday, June 1, 2004 here at home and to others throughout the of the 6th Regiment, 22nd Mountain division in rest of the world. I salute him and my heart Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ac- the Polish army. felt condolences go out to his family and all knowledge the achievements of the New York On November 1, 1939 Mr. Strumph was the troops continually fighting to ensure free- Blood Center (NYBC). On the evening of May transported to Lukenwalde and was held as a dom and democracy. 19, 2004, the NYBC will unveil its Wall of prisoner of war. He heroically escaped Ger- Honor, which recognizes the many generous man custody three times, before finally being f donors—both financial and medical—who released in the spring of 1945 and heading for TRIBUTE TO GLENN CUNNINGHAM make possible the Blood Center’s tremendous the United States zone. A TRUE PUBLIC SERVANT contributions to the public good. The Wall of Mr. Strumph was soon commissioned as a Honor will also commemorate the Blood Cen- U.S. Army multi-lingual interpreter to interview HON. DONALD M. PAYNE ter’s forty years of outstanding service to our German soldiers and Gestapo. He was then reunited with Polish troops under Colonel OF NEW JERSEY community, our nation and our world. The Blood Center has long been an indis- Brzeszczynski, and was placed in command of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pensable part of the New York community. 125 soldiers and a U.S. Army ammunitions Tuesday, June 1, 2004 Over the last four decades, the NYBC has be- depot. After he was demobilized in 1947, Mr. Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, it is with sorrow come one of America’s largest community- Strumph worked for eight years at the U.S. that I inform my colleagues of the sudden and based, non-profit blood centers. Each year, it embassy in Paris, before emigrating to the untimely passing of Glenn Cunningham. Mr. provides life-saving blood products and clinical United States. Cunningham was a longtime public servant. transfusion services to more than one million Since his arrival in New York on July 28, He was Mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey, a patients, in over two hundred New York and 1955, Mr. Strumph has been an outstanding significant part of my congressional district. He New Jersey hospitals. In addition, the Center’s public citizen, volunteering with veterans and also served as a member of the New Jersey Solvent Detergent Viral Inactivation Process fraternal organizations and was honored as State Senate. Mayor/State Senator has improved the safety of more than twenty ‘‘Outstanding Senior Volunteer of the Year.’’ Cunningham was the proverbial public serv- billion units of blood-derived products distrib- He and his loving wife are the proud parents ant. His career in the public arena spanned uted worldwide. of three children and eight grandchildren. more than three decades. He was truly a man The Blood Center has also become a na- I commend Stephen Strumph for his bravery of the people. tionally-recognized center for medical edu- and valor during World War II and thank him Over the years, I had the privilege of work- cation. The NYBC has trained more than 100 for his invaluable service to the Long Island ing with Glenn on issues of shared interest, as physician professionals through its transfusion community. our careers paralleled each other’s. I was de- medicine fellowship, and has offered clinical f lighted when Glenn was elected to his first of- training to over 400 medical students and 300 INDIA’S HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLA- fice as a Hudson County Freeholder in 1975, laboratory technicians. In all, more than 30 TIONS IN PUNJAB, KASHMIR and then watched with pride as he moved for- percent of New York and New Jersey blood SUCCESSFULLY EXPOSED ward in his career to become elected to the bank directors have received specialized train- Jersey City Municipal Council in 1981 and re- ing from the New York Blood Center. By any HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS elected in 1985 and became President of the measure, the foregoing statistics represent a OF NEW YORK Jersey City Municipal Council. In 1996, Glen truly astonishing record of achievement. The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was appointed by President Clinton to become clinicians, staff and contributors of the NYBC the first African American U.S. Marshall from should be extremely proud of these accom- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 the state of New Jersey. In 2001, Glenn was plishments. Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, on May 12, the elected the first African American Mayor of As we take time to celebrate the NYBC’s Subcommittee on Human Rights and Wellness Jersey City, and last year Mayor Cunningham history, we must also acknowledge the Blood conducted a hearing into human-rights viola- was elected State Senator for the 31st District. Center’s efforts to meet new and often tions in Kashmir and in Punjab, Khalistan. It Glenn was especially proud of his military daunting challenges. As you may know, the was a very successful hearing. Witnesses and law enforcement experience, having New York region is currently facing a critical travelled from Kashmir and from out of state to served with honor as a United States Marine. shortage of blood. The NYBC estimates that testify. He also was a member of the Jersey City Po- the demand for transfusions will easily exceed Those testifying included The Honorable Mi- lice Department for more than two decades, the Center’s projected supply during the com- chael Kozak, Principal Deputy Assistant Sec- rising to the rank of Captain. He later distin- ing summer months. The Center has urged retary of State, Bureau of Human Rights and guished himself in the post of Hudson County local community groups, schools and churches Labor; The Honorable Donald Camp, Deputy Director of Public Safety. to organize blood drives to forestall interrup- Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of South Glenn was also known for his interest in tions in major medical services this summer. Asian Affairs; Mr. T. Kumar, Advocacy Direc- Black History. I enjoyed having conversations These difficulties make it all the more nec- tor—Asia, Amnesty International; The Honor- with hirn about the history of Jersey City, Un- essary for the New York community to con- able Robert Giuda, Deputy Majority Leader of derground Railroad in New Jersey and other tinue to support the NYBC’s noble efforts. the New Hampshire House of Representatives significant historical events that shaped our Mr. Speaker, I request that my colleagues and Chairman, Americans for Resolution of state and nation. I was impressed with his join me in paying tribute to the New York Kashmir; Dr. Ghulam Nabi Fai, Executive Di- passion and the breadth of his knowledge of Blood Center, whose forward-thinking initia- rector, Kashmiri American Council; Mrs. Attiya historical subjects. tives to promote the public’s health and well- Inayatullah, a human-rights activist from Kash- Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues being are truly worthy of celebration. To the mir; Selig Harrison, Director of the Asia Pro- to join me in remembering a life long distin- dedicated professionals, volunteers and gram, Woodrow Wilson Center for Inter- guished native son of Jersey City, Glenn friends of this fine organization, I offer my con- national Policy; and Dr. Gurmit Singh Aulakh, Cunningham, who was an outstanding role tinuing admiration, respect and support. President of the Council of Khalistan.

VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.002 E01PT1 June 1, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E969 Many witnesses talked about the atrocities with a statement. Congressman Burton said, sense of security of life, liberty, and other that have become everyday policy in India’s ‘‘Just as the world is disgusted by the abuse fundamental human rights.’’ Dr. Fai re- minority states, such as Punjab, Khalistan and of Iraqi prisoners by United States service- ported that ‘‘Killings in Kashmir have be- men and women, we should be disgusted by come so commonplace that they are reported Kashmir. Witnesses testified to such atrocities the tactics that have been systematically like car accidents in the United States.’’ He as extrajudicial killings, including fake encoun- employed by Indian military and para- described rapes, torture, arbitrary arrests, ter killings, custodial deaths throughout the military forces.’’ He quoted the U.S. State and other activities. He noted that ‘‘freedom country, excessive use of force by security Department report on India: ‘‘Significant to speak, write, or organize around self-de- forces, youth sexually incapacitated through human rights abuses included: Extrajudicial termination or criticism of the Indian gov- torture, rapes, murders, burning villages, and killings, including fake encounter killings, ernment for millions of Kashmiris is chimer- others. custodial deaths throughout the country, ical.’’ He noted that the Official Secrets Act India claims to be democratic, but it is really and excessive use of force by security gives the government authority to suppress forces.’’ Chairman Burton noted ‘‘techniques a brutal tyranny, as these atrocities show. It criticism of its policies. He said that ‘‘India like reprisal killings, burning down of whole has authorized a police state reminiscent of has placed over 700,000 troops in Kashmir villages, and summary executions.’’ He said the Gestapo.’’ and another 500,000 in Punjab, Khalistan to that ‘‘India’s insistence on resolving a polit- Mr. Harrison stated that India has built suppress any opposition to its brutal rule. The ical problem by force has dragged it down ‘‘an inflated military force that has com- Indian government has murdered over into a campaign of essentially lawless state mitted well-documented atrocities.’’ Sec- 250,000 Sikhs since 1984, more than 300,000 terrorism.’’ retary Kozak said, ‘‘Our annual human- ‘‘We thank Chairman Burton for holding Christians since 1948, over 87,000 Muslims in rights report documents our concern and this important hearing,’’ said Dr. Aulakh. gives examples of the abuses that take place Kashmir since 1988, and tens of thousands of ‘‘It has been helpful in showing the world the Tamils, Assamese, Bodos, Manipuris, Dalits, all too frequently.’’ truth about India’s claim to be a secular de- Dr. Aulakh testified that Indian police ar- and others. mocracy. What India really is is one of the rested human-rights activist Jaswant Singh Mr. Speaker, the United States of America, world’s most brutal tyrannies,’’ he said. Khalra after he exposed their policy of mass Other speakers included The Honorable Mi- the beacon of freedom for the world, cannot cremation of Sikhs, in which over 50,000 chael Kozak, Principal Deputy Assistant just stand by and let these atrocities occur. Sikhs have been arrested, tortured, and mur- Secretary of State, Bureau of Democracy, dered, then their bodies were declared un- We should stop aid to India until it respects Human Rights, and Labor; The Honorable identified and secretly cremated. Khalra was human rights and we should put this Congress Donald Camp, Deputy Assistant Secretary of murdered in police custody. His body was on record in support of self-determination for State, Bureau of South Asian Affairs; Mr. T. never given to his family. The police never the Sikhs, Kashmiris, Nagas, and everyone Kumar, Advocacy Director—Asia, Amnesty released the body of former Jathedar of the International; The Honorable Bob Giuda, who is seeking freedom from India’s brutal Akal Takht Gurdev Singh Kaunke after SSP Chairman of Americans for Resolution of rule. Swaran Singh Ghotna murdered him. Ghotna Kashmir and Deputy Majority Leader of the Mr. Speaker, the Council of Khalistan issued has not been brought to trial for the murder New Hampshire House of Representatives; an excellent, detailed, and informative press of Jathedar Kaunke. No one has been Dr. Ghulam Nabi Fai, Executive Director of release on the hearing, which I would like to brought to justice for the kidnapping and the Kashmiri American Council; Mrs. Attiya murder of Jaswant Singh Khalra. According insert in the RECORD now. Inayatullah, a human-rights activist and aid to a report by the Movement Against State DR. AULAKH, OTHERS EXPOSE INDIAN HUMAN worker; and Selig Harrison, Director of the Repression (MASR), 52,268 Sikhs are being RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AT CONGRESSIONAL Asia Program, Woodrow Wilson Center for held as political prisoners in India without HEARING International Policy. Sikhs from Maryland, charge or trial. Some have been in illegal WASHINGTON, DC, MAY 12, 2004.—Dr. Gurmit Virginia, the District of Columbia, New Jer- custody since 1984! Amnesty International Singh Aulakh, President of the Council of sey, and Pennsylvania came to the hearing. recently reported at least 100 current torture Khalistan, exposed Indian human rights vio- Representatives of the Sikh Coalition were cases in Punjab. A Sikh leader named lations against the Sikhs and other minori- in attendance. Such Sikh youth leaders as Gurnihal Singh Pirzada was arrested on ties at a Congressional hearing today enti- Amardeep Singh Bhalla, Gurpreet Singh charges that he attended a meeting with tled ‘‘Decades of Terror: Exploring Human Dhillon, Mona Kaur Dhillon, and others, as ‘‘dissidents.’’ Although he denies attending Rights Abuses in Kashmir and the Disputed well as Sikh activists Ranjit Singh, Gurbax the meeting, he said that it would not be il- Territories.’’ He gave a very emotional in- Singh Dhillon, Karj Singh Sandhu, Kavneet legal if he did. formative, strong statement. It was a very Singh Pannu, and many others attended in Dr. Aulakh noted that history shows that successful appearance. an excellent show of Sikh strength. multinational states such as India are ‘‘Repression is the official policy of sup- The Indian government has murdered over doomed to failure. Countries like Austria- posedly secular and democratic India,’’ said 250,000 Sikhs since 1984, more than 300,000 Hungary, India’s longtime friend the Soviet Dr. Aulakh. ‘‘The reality is that India is a Christians since 1948, over 87,000 Muslims in Union, Yugoslavia, Czechoslovakia, and oth- Hindu theocracy, not the democracy it Kashmir since 1988, and tens of thousands of ers prove this point. India is not one coun- claims to be,’’ he said. On October 7, 1987, the Tamils, Assamese, Bodos, Manipuris, Dalits, try; it is a polyglot like those countries, Sikh Nation declared its independence from and others. The Indian Supreme Court called thrown together for the convenience of the India, naming its new country Khalistan. In- the Indian government’s murders of Sikhs British colonialists. It is doomed to break up dia’s brutal occupation of Khalistan and ‘‘worse than a genocide.’’ Mrs. Inayatullah as they did. India is ruled by Hindu theocrats other minority nations is now international- testified that in Kashmir, ‘‘Since 1989 and as whose agenda is ‘‘Hindu, Hindi, Hindutva, ized and brought to the attention of the of January 2004 the death toll stands at Hindu Rashtra,’’ or total Hindu domination world. On December 5, President Bush told 87,648. The orphan count is 105,210, women of every facet of Indian life. An Indian Cabi- Dr. Aulakh, ‘‘I am aware of the Sikh and ages 7–70 molested is a shameful 9,297 and an- net minister said that everyone who lives in Kashmiri problem.’’ Dr. Aulakh made it other 21,286 reported widowed, with there India must be a Hindu or subservient to Hin- clear to the committee that ‘‘freedom for all being no record of the number of youth sexu- dus. the minority nations of South Asia is the ally incapacitated through torture and dis- ‘‘As Professor Darshan Singh, a former only way to end the repression and secure abled for life.’’ She said that ‘‘Buzz words Jathedar of the Akal Takht, said, ‘If a Sikh full human rights for everyone in that trou- like cross-border terrorism and fundamen- is not for Khalistan, he is not a Sikh’,’’ Dr. bled region.’’ talism will not cover India’s guilt.’’ Rep. Aulakh noted. ‘‘We must continue to press Dr. Aulakh testified that ‘‘An Army com- Giuda noted that ‘‘Indian law immunizes its for our God-given birthright of freedom,’’ he mander in Amritsar district threatened that army and police from prosecution for actions said. ‘‘Without political power, religions can- he would murder the Sikh men, bring the committed under color of ‘prevention of ter- not flourish and nations perish.’’ women to the Army barracks, and ‘produce a rorism’, enabling a hideous government- new generation of Sikhs.’ Mr. Chairman, this sanctioned repertoire of torture, rapes, mur- f is disgraceful and extremely insulting to the der, arson, and custodial killing. Pakistan proud Sikhs. It is unbecoming of an army allows U.N. observers and human-rights or- IN HONOR OF ROBERT RIVERS commander of a nation which claims to be ganizations unfettered access to Free Kash- the world’s largest democracy.’’ He blasted mir, while India denies access to substantial HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL India’s policy of Hindutva, the total parts of IOK. One must ask, ‘Why are no ob- OF NEW YORK Hinduization of every aspect of life in India. servers allowed? What is India hiding?’’’ He noted that Amnesty International has Mr. Kumar said that ‘‘torture, including IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not been allowed into Punjab since 1978. rape, deaths in custody, extrajudicial Tuesday, June 1, 2004 ‘‘Even Castro’s Cuba has allowed Amnesty killings, and ‘disappearances’ have been per- International into the country more re- petrated by agents of the state with impu- Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, Robert Rivers is cently,’’ he said. nity.’’ He said that ‘‘Most families of all a man of many parts who has served his com- Subcommittee Chairman Representative backgrounds have experienced some form of munity, city and country. Bobby, as he is most Dan Burton (R–Indiana) opened the hearing loss—of livelihood, of a relative, or of the familiarly known, was born in Harlem and after

VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.006 E01PT1 E970 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 1, 2004 high school joined the Air Force, serving four HONORING GLENN E. ESTESS AS Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. is the recipi- years and being honorably discharged. ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PRESI- ent of Rotary International’s coveted Serv- He returned home to his family and met DENT FOR 2004–2005 ice Above Self Award; and Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. is married to Hazel Pazant, who became his wife. Fortu- Mary Grantham, and they are the parents of nately for the Bronx they moved here and HON. SPENCER BACHUS three adult children, all of whom; along with started to raise their family of four children. OF ALABAMA ten additional family members, are Paul Bobby became a police officer in the New Harris Fellows; and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES York City Police Department in 1969. While a Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. has further police officer, he attended and graduated Tuesday, June 1, 2004 demonstrated his unflagging spirit of service Fordham University with a degree in Soci- to the community by accepting roles of im- Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- portance with such prominent civic organi- ology. nize and honor a good friend of mine, and an zations as the Birmingham Baptist Health Also during his years on the force, he set- outstanding citizen, the newly named presi- System, then an eleven-hospital system with tled in the northeast Bronx and he joined his dent of the Rotary International Club, Mr. approximately 10,000 employees, of which he local block association, the Seton Falls Neigh- Glenn E. Estess Sr. Following is a resolution was chairman of the Board of Trustees; and borhood Association, one of the many organi- provided by the Rotary Club of Shades Valley, Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. displayed his civic consciousness while living in Florida zations helping his community that he joined. Alabama, of which Mr. Estess is a member. He also joined the Guardians Association, a by serving as chairman of the YMCA, the Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr., a native of American Chemical Society, and the Arthri- police organization, eventually becoming its the state of Mississippi, United States of tis Foundation; and president. He retired from the Police Depart- America, has devoted a significant portion of Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. has given ment in 1997 as a Detective but remains ac- his adult life to service with Rotary clubs; service as a member of the Board of Regents tive with the National Black Police Association. and of the National Association of Personnel He has engaged in many civic activities in Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. became a Ro- Consultants in the United States; and his community, including the fight to save tarian first in 1960 as a member of the Ro- Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. has been a di- Seton Falls Park from becoming a landfill, and tary Club of Jacksonville, Florida; and rector of the Better Business Bureau of Cen- Whereas, upon moving to Wayne, New Jer- tral Alabama and a trustee for the Work- joined the 47th Precinct Review Committee, sey, he affiliated with the Rotary Club of man’s Compensation Trust of the Business monitoring the activities of the police in the that city, becoming as he had been in Flor- Council of Alabama; and community. He is also a member of the ida, a member of the club’s board of direc- Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. has been a NAACP, serving on several committees in that tors; and faithful and involved member of Brookwood organization, and is chair of the Legal Redress Whereas, when his business brought him to Baptist Church of Mountain Brook, a suburb Committee. Birmingham, Alabama in 1970, he promptly of Birmingham, Alabama; and He also serves as Chair of the Thurgood affiliated with the Rotary Club of Shades Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. will be for- mally installed as president of Rotary Inter- Marshall Independent Democratic Club. Valley, Alabama; and Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. held many of- national on May 26, 2004, at the annual con- Bobby Rivers is a tireless activist for his vention held in Osaka, Japan, to serve dur- community, willing and able to participate in fices of trust and responsibility as a valuable member of the Rotary Club of Shades Valley, ing the year 2004–2005; and any and every activity that will help his com- Alabama, including that of president of the Whereas, the citizens of the great state of munity and improve life there. I congratulate club in 1975–1976; and Alabama are extremely honored and proud him for his great work and wish him every Whereas, in the year 1979–1980 Glenn E. Es- that Glenn E. Estess Sr. has been chosen to continued success. tess Sr. was called upon to serve in the de- lead Rotary International during its centen- nial celebration year of 2005: Now, therefore, f manding position of district governor of Ro- tary District 686 (later 6860); and be it RECOGNIZING JAMES PARKER Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. was PolioPlus Resolved, That the one hundred fifty six SOUTHWORTH FOR ACHIEVING National Coordinator in 1987–1988, giving members of the Rotary Club of Shades Val- ley, Alabama, individually and collectively, THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT leadership to a program, conducted in co- operation with various national and inter- unanimously and enthusiastically congratu- national health organizations, designed to late its esteemed fellow member, Glenn E. HON. SAM GRAVES eradicate polio and other scourges through- Estess Sr., upon his election to the pres- OF MISSOURI out the world by the year 2005 by initially tigious position as president of Rotary Inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES raising more than $240 million; and national for the year 2004–2005; and be it Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. was a mem- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 suitably engrossed and framed and presented ber of the Rotary International Assembly to Glenn and Mary Estess. Done this 3rd day Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Committee for six years, served as chairman of May 2004 by members of the Rotary Club to recognize James Parker Southworth, a very of the Rotary International Assembly, and of Shades Valley, Alabama, in meeting as- special young man who has exemplified the became International Assembly moderator sembled. finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by in 1999; and taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. has three f America, Troop 135, and by earning the most times been a member of the influential Ro- FALLEN HEROES prestigious award of Eagle Scout. tary International Council on Legislation and has also attended two additional ses- James has been very active with his troop SPEECH OF sions of the Council on Legislation as an offi- for the past seven years, participating in nu- cial observer; and HON. BILL SHUSTER merous Scout activities. Over the years James Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. served as vice OF PENNSYLVANIA has been involved with scouting, he has held president of Rotary International during IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES numerous leadership positions such as Patrol 1991–1992; and and Senior Patrol Leader, five-year camper at Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. was a trustee Thursday, May 20, 2004 H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation, and of The Rotary Foundation during the years Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, in the rural Firebuilder in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He has 1993–1996; and landscape of family farms and small towns of also earned thirty Merit Badges. For his Eagle Whereas, in 1996–1997 Glenn E. Estess Sr. central Pennsylvania, the fabric of America is and his charming wife, Mary, served as offi- woven. It is a fabric of patriotic Americans who Scout project, James organized a project to cial aides to the Rotary International presi- teach tree pruning techniques to other Scouts dent and his wife; and work hard, respect their neighbors, and stand and Leaders and then pruned the trees Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. is a Rotary proud for this nation. It is a fabric of families around the four mile walking trail in Kearney, Foundation Major Donor, a Paul Harris Fel- that heaps admiration on the fathers and Missouri. low, and a Benefactor of the Foundation; and mothers and the sons and daughters who James will be serving the United States of Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. is the deserv- serve in our Armed Forces with selfless dedi- America by enlisting in the Marine Corps and ing recipient of The Rotary Foundation’s Ci- cation. And it is this same fabric of families will be leaving by the end of this month for his tation for Meritorious Service and the Foun- who sacrifice so much for this country. induction. dation’s Distinguished Service Award; and Our soldiers stand resolved to protect our Whereas, Glenn E. Estess Sr. has recently Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in served as a member of Rotary Inter- families and our children from danger and at- commending James Parker Southworth for his national’s vital Audit and Operations Review tack. To these American military heroes, it is accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of Committee, Rotary International’s only understood that we must do everything pos- America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- committee with a six-year term as mandated sible to win the war on terror and keep Ameri- ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. by the 1998 Council on Legislation; and cans safe. Failure is not an option. If freedom

VerDate May 21 2004 05:14 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.009 E01PT1 June 1, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E971 has a price, we hold in the highest regard HONORING ALPHA NU OMEGA TRIBUTE TO ROBERT AND SHERRI these men and women who have the courage CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA VINES to pay it. ALPHA SORORITY, INC. We mourn the loss of the following heroes HON. JOE BACA in central Pennsylvania: Gunnery Sgt. Ronald OF CALIFORNIA E. Baum, 38, of Hollidaysburg, PA; Pfc. Brad- HON. BARBARA LEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ley G. Kritzer, 19, of Irvona, PA; Spc. Clint OF CALIFORNIA Tuesday, June 1, 2004 Richard Matthews, 31, of Bedford, PA; Sgt. Timothy L. Hayslett, 26, of Newville, PA; Staff IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Robert and Sherri Vines, who are to receive Sgt. Christopher E. Cutchall, 30, of Tuesday, June 1, 2004 McConnellsburg, PA; Pfc. Richard W. Hafer, this year’s the Rabbi Norman F. Feldheym 21, Seward, PA. Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Award for service to our community on June America’s pursuit of freedom is a beacon of and recognize the Alpha Nu Omega Chapter 12, 2004, also marking the 113th anniversary light in an otherwise starless sky. I continue to of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., as it cele- of the founding of the Congregation Emanu El. be immensely proud of our soldiers who are brates its 75th Anniversary. Since it was char- As members of the Congregation for the past fighting this war on terror and I lament those tered on June 8, 1929, the Alpha Nu Omega 30 years, they have embodied the characteris- who have made the ultimate sacrifice. They Chapter has enriched the social and intellec- tics of integrity, humility, and love. I join today have left homes, families, and jobs to extin- tual life of African American college women in with family and friends in honoring their re- markable achievements and expressing pride guish a threat, and they stand as testament to Berkeley and Oakland, California and contrib- in this recognition that has been afforded to the strength of our resolve and the durability uted to the social and economic well-being of them. of our fabric. the greater East Bay community. Robert and Sherri have served the Con- America will never forget these heroes. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., is an gregation in numerous capacities over the international society that was founded at How- years. As a teacher at the School of Jewish f ard University in January 1908. First con- Living, chair of the Community Seder, and RECOGNIZING THE SELECTION OF ceived as an organization to enrich the social member of the Executive Committee, Sherri BRENT BAIR AS CHAIRMAN OF and intellectual aspects of college life, Alpha has continued to provide invaluable insight THE INTELLIGENT TRANSPOR- Kappa Alpha Sorority cuts across racial, inter- and unyielding effort in improving her commu- TATION SOCIETY OF AMERICA national, and social barriers to help individuals nity. BOARD OF DIRECTORS and communities develop constructive rela- Robert has equally shared in the leadership tionships with others. responsibilities while serving on the United Jewish Welfare Fund of San Bernardino Coun- HON. MIKE ROGERS Inspired by the mission and dedication of the National Sorority, young women in Oak- ty as President, the Dues Adjustment Com- OF MICHIGAN land and Berkeley, California founded the mission, and the Board of Managers for the Home of Eternity Cemetery. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Alpha Nu Omega Chapter 21 years later. The In addition to these contributions, Robert is moving spirit in the establishment of Alpha Nu Tuesday, June 1, 2004 a celebrated attorney, receiving many acco- Omega Chapter was Soror Ida L. Jackson lades in his profession for integrity and per- Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. I rise today to who, at that time, was an Oakland public formance. He was previously recognized in recognize the accomplishment of Brent Bair school teacher. for being named Chairman of the Board of Di- the Inland Empire Magazine as one of the top- rectors for the Intelligent Transportation Soci- Over the years, Alpha Nu Omega Chapter ten attorneys in the Inland Empire. ety of America (ITSA). ITSA is a not-for-profit has undertaken a wide range of community Through their pro-active approach to leader- organization established in 1991 to coordinate service activities that have greatly benefited ship, Robert and Sherri have generously con- the development and deployment of transpor- communities in the East Bay and throughout tributed their time, knowledge, and resources tation-related technologies in the United the country. not only to their Congregation but also the en- States. The main thrust of its work has been to aid tire Inland Empire community. The Rabbi Nor- Mr. Bair was named ITSA Board Chairman the community through social, civic, and man F. Feldheym Award is a way we can rec- at the ITSA annual meeting in San Antonio, health programs, vocational guidance, and po- ognize these good works and pay tribute to Texas. Previously, Bair served as vice-chair- litical awareness. their immense dedication over the last three decades. man of the board and has served as a board As early as 1934, the chapter began sup- member since 2001. Mr. Bair has also served I join today with their children, Jennifer, Jill, porting health programs and projects when and Michael, to express our pride and admira- as chairman of the Congressional ITS Caucus Soror Ida L. Jackson proposed opening a Advisory Committee and is a board member tion that they have received this well-deserved health clinic in Lexington, Mississippi. In 1964, award. They are symbols of the qualities that and former president of the Intelligent Trans- before Head Start, the chapter organized and portation Society of Michigan. Rabbi Feldheym exhibited and a continuing in- operated an interracial ‘‘Pre-Kindergarten Pro- spiration to their community. As an ardent supporter of Intelligent Trans- gram’’ for children from two elementary f portation Systems, Mr. Bair brought the schools in Berkeley. Since the early 1970’s, FAST–TRAC system to more than 600 inter- the chapter has sponsored a reading experi- RECOGNIZING THE ANNANDALE sections in Oakland County, Michigan. The ence program—‘‘Reading is Fundamental’’—in HIGH SCHOOL UPON ITS 50 YEAR FAST–TRAC system uses video cameras to several schools in Oakland. ANNIVERSARY detect vehicles approaching an intersection and computers determine, in real time, the Political activities such as the Rumford Fair HON. TOM DAVIS most efficient timing for the traffic signals at Housing Bill, passage of school financial bills OF VIRGINIA that intersection. Because of Mr. Bair’s vision affecting thousands of California students and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the future, the Road Commission for Oak- teachers, and voter registration and education land County now operates the largest system have all been part of Alpha Nu Omega’s ongo- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 ing commitment to community service. of adaptive traffic signals in the nation and the Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I largest deployment of video imaging for traffic During critical periods in our history—such would like to take this opportunity to pay trib- management in the world. as the transition from segregation to integra- ute to Annandale High School as it prepares Mr. Speaker, Brent Bair has served the peo- tion, wartime, the post war era, sit-ins, strug- to celebrate its 50th anniversary. ple of Oakland County with distinction and I gles for human dignity, acts of civil disobe- Since its establishment in 1954 when Presi- am confident his abilities will serve all Ameri- dience—Alpha Nu Omega has held high the dent Eisenhower’s ‘‘Atoms for Education’’ pro- cans as chairman of the Intelligent Transpor- torch for equality and social justice. I have no gram lent its name to the school’s mascot, the tation Society of America. I ask my colleagues doubt that they will continue to blaze new Annandale Atoms, Annandale High School to join me in recognizing the appointment of trails and provide visionary leadership in the has committed itself to lofty standards of aca- Mr. Bair and to thank him for his service to the area of community service and political action demic and extracurricular excellence. Over the people of Michigan. throughout the Oakland-Berkeley area. years, as the Annandale area has expanded

VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.013 E01PT1 E972 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 1, 2004 and diversified, Annandale High School has the purpose of cleaning and painting fire hy- House Armed Services Committee, I know the followed the community’s example. The school drants in the City of Kearney to the color of importance of the troops’ sacrifice to protect boasts such a great diversity that it recently safety yellow. our freedom. received national attention. During his second Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in I am especially pleased to welcome over term, President Clinton publicly recognized commending Seth Thomas Johnsen for his ac- 200 Long Island veterans to Washington, DC Annandale as a ‘‘model school for diversity’’, complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- for the dedication. Serving those who have commenting on the fact that Annandale’s stu- ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the served our country has been one of my great- dent body represents over 80 countries and highest distinction of Eagle Scout. est honors as a Member of Congress. I am more than 40 native languages. f proud to have secured over $1.16 million in To this day, Annandale High School re- retroactive benefits for veterans in my district. mains a distinguished and greatly lauded FALLEN HEROES On this historic occasion, we must remem- school in all aspects from sports to the arts to ber to honor our troops and veterans not only academics. Annandale High School has won SPEECH OF with memorials and red poppy lapel pins, but six state football championships and many also in our policies and budgets. Restoring other state-level recognitions. In addition, the HON. JOHN SHIMKUS cuts to veteran’s services and making VA band program, accompanied by the choral de- OF ILLINOIS spending mandatory, not discretionary should partment, has won multiple awards in national IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES be a top priority. We in Congress have a duty competition and has performed in concerts at Thursday, May 20, 2004 to make America a fit country for these heroes the Kennedy Center. This summer, a select to live in. choir will participate in the second part of an Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to international exchange program with Germany. recognize the life of Gary Weston, who was This memorial is a long-overdue tribute to Furthermore, Annandale High School has recently killed in Kosovo. the ‘‘Greatest Generation.’’ They risked and taken the initiative to pioneer the International Gary Weston was an employee of DynCorp gave their lives to protect our freedom, and we Baccalaureate program within the Fairfax International, which was serving with the must ensure our debt to them is repaid. County Public School System. This program, United Nations as international police officers. which allows students to take accelerated, Gary and other members were fired upon by f a Jordanian police officer for unknown reason. honors courses that count towards an inter- TRIBUTE TO MRS. PAMELA LYNN nationally recognized diploma, is one that Two fellow workers were killed in the resulting WILEY other schools throughout the county remain firefight. Gary was flown to a hospital after re- reluctant to adopt due to its rigorous nature. ceiving several gunshots. He later died from Annandale High School plays an instru- complications of the gunshot wounds, his wife HON. DONALD M. PAYNE mental role in shaping its students into kind, Nina Weston was there by her husband’s side. OF NEW JERSEY considerate, and generous individuals devoted Gary Weston was 52 years old and lived in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to helping others and improving their commu- Vienna, Illinois. Not enough can be said about Tuesday, June 1, 2004 nity. Most recently, three sisters, all students the great sacrifice this man made for his coun- at Annandale, founded Wash America, a car try, the ultimate sacrifice. He is survived by Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to wash initiative designed to provide financial wife, Nina Weston; his mother, Christine Wes- recognize an outstanding and devoted citizen support to families of the victims of the Sep- ton of Metropolis; a son, Richard N. Weston of in my state, Mrs. Pamela Lynn Wiley. On Sun- tember 11th attacks. Granite City; two daughters, Rachel A. Weston day, June 6, 2004, she will be honored with Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to thank of Honolulu, Hawaii and Elizabeth E. Weston the Lifetime Achievement Award at St. Paul’s Annandale High School faculty and staff for of Vienna; five grandchildren, Trey, Derek, Calvary United Church of God Usher’s Annual the immeasurable contributions that they have Heather, Dalton and Parker; two brothers, Ben Day. made to the community by shaping today’s and wife Jan Weston of Vienna and Ed and Pamela was born on November 16, 1958 in youth and tomorrow’s future. I congratulate the wife Susan Weston of Cape Girardeau; a sis- Summit, New Jersey to the late Thomas and High School on its successes over the last 50 ter, Melinda and husband Ron White of Aus- Gloria Peterson. She grew up in Vauxhall, years and I wish it more successful years in tin, Texas; and his mother-in-law, Marilyn New Jersey, where she attended the Union the future. I ask that my colleagues join me in Whiteside of Vienna. My thoughts and prayers County school system and graduated from applauding this outstanding and distinguished go out to his families and loved ones. Gary Union High School in 1977. institution. Weston gave his life in an effort to improve Pamela has been an active member of f the lives of others. This sacrifice should never Saint Paul’s Calvary United Church of God for be forgotten. RECOGNIZING SETH THOMAS over 40 years, ministering to its members JOHNSEN FOR ACHIEVING THE f through her service on many of the church RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT boards and committees. HONORING THE DEDICATION OF She is a member of their missionary depart- THE NATIONAL WORLD WAR II ment, as well as the Saint Paul’s Calvary HON. SAM GRAVES MEMORIAL Young Adult Choir, The Voices of Praise. She OF MISSOURI is also an advisor to the CLC ensemble. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. STEVE ISRAEL She is a beloved member of the usher Tuesday, June 1, 2004 OF NEW YORK board, having joined at a very young age, and Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is actively serving as their Vice President. Pamela will be joined at this celebration by to recognize Seth Thomas Johnsen, a very Tuesday, June 1, 2004 special young man who has exemplified the many friends and family, including her hus- finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in band, Nathan Lamont Wiley, Sr.; her oldest taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of honor of the dedication of the National World daughter, A1C Joyita Kwamina Wiley-Jackson America, Troop 135, and by earning the most War II Memorial on the National Mall on Satur- (U.S. Air Force); her son, CS3 Nathan Lamont prestigious award of Eagle Scout. day, May 29, 2004. Wiley, Jr. (U.S. Navy); her youngest daughter, Brian has been very active with his troop, Dedicated almost 60 years after the end of SFC Gloria Lynette Wiley (Union High School participating in many Scout activities. Over the World War II, this stunning memorial honors JROTC); and her sisters, Kimm and Kiesha 4 years Brian has been involved with Scout- all military veterans of the war, citizens on the Peterson. ing, he has earned 26 merit badges and held home front, the nation at large and the high Mr. Speaker, please join me in extending numerous leadership positions, serving as Pa- moral purpose and idealism that motivated the my thanks to Pamela Lynn Wiley for her years trol and Senior Patrol Leader, 4-year camper nation’s call to arms. of ministry and service to her congregation at H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation, and as a We must never forget the 16 million troops and to our community, and I invite my col- Brave in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. who served in the armed forces during World leagues to join me in wishing her the strength For his Eagle Scout project, Tommy orga- War II and the more than 400,000 who made and grace to continue for many years to nized the Scouts and Leaders into teams for the ultimate sacrifice. As a member of the come.

VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.018 E01PT1 June 1, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E973 COUNCIL OF KHALISTAN CON- take the steps necessary to bring peace, free- Temple. Thus it is disturbing to read that GRATULATES INDIA’S NEW SIKH dom, prosperity, and dignity to everyone in the you have said you intend to follow the poli- PRIME MINISTER subcontinent. cies of Rajiv Gandhi. His policy was the mur- Mr. Speaker, I would like to insert the Coun- der of at least 8,000 Sikhs in Delhi alone and over 20,000 throughout India. It is also dis- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS cil of Khalistan’s letter to Prime Minister Singh turbing that your party gave tickets to OF NEW YORK into the RECORD at this time. Jagdish Tytler and Sajjan Kumar, who are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COUNCIL OF KHALISTAN, responsible for ordering the murders of thou- Washington, DC, May 26, 2004. sands of Sikhs in Delhi, and that Tytler was Tuesday, June 1, 2004 The Hon. Dr. Manmohan Singh, appointed to your Cabinet. Tytler and Sajjan Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, as you know, a Prime Minister of India, Chanakyapouri, New Kumar supplied gasoline for these murders Sikh, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has been named Delhi, India. and incited the crowd. These people belong DEAR PRIME MINISTER SINGH: Congratula- in jail, not in the government. as the new Prime Minister of India. Dr. Singh tions on becoming Prime Minister of India. I hope that you will not follow such un- is a former Finance Minister in the government You have been entrusted with a significant democratic, anti-secularist, anti-Sikhs poli- of Narasimha Rao from 1991 to 1996. He is responsibility. cies. Policies such as these have made it a very experienced Indian official. We are very pleased to see a Sikh as Prime clear that there is no place for Sikhs in I hope that this will be a step forward for Minister. You have reached this high office India. If you are truly committed to secu- good relations between the United States and because of your intelligence and hard work larism, you cannot follow such brutal, re- India, Mr. Speaker. We all seek good rela- and your presence in this position gives the pressive policies against Sikhs and other mi- tions. However, the support of India’s Com- world a strong and positive impression of norities. The brutal policies have brought Sikhs. However, remember the way that the about the murders of over 250,000 Sikhs since munists for the governing coalition makes me Gandhi family used Giani Zail Singh when he 1984, more than 87,000 Kashmiri Muslims wonder if good relations are possible under was President of India. He became the figure- since 1988, over 300,000 Christians in this particular government. head for their repression of the Sikhs. Unlike Nagaland, and tens of thousands of Assam- Dr. Gurmit Singh Aulakh, President of the Zail Singh, you are in a position of real ese, Bodos, Dalits, Manipuris, and other mi- Council of Khalistan has sent a letter to Prime power. Sikhs around the world will be watch- norities. The United States State Depart- Minister Singh congratulating him on his new ing what you do and hoping that you will not ment exposed the fact that between 1992 and position. In the letter, Dr. Aulakh notes that it allow yourself to be used in a similar man- 1994, a Congress government paid out more ner. than 41,000 cash bounties to police officers is good for the image of Sikhs worldwide that As a Sikh, you are in a position to under- Dr. Manmohan Singh is now Prime Minister. for killing Sikhs. One officer received a stand the problems of the Sikh Nation. The bonus for murdering a three-year-old boy, He also notes that it was the RSS, parent or- Movement Against State Repression (MASR) claiming the toddler was a ‘‘terrorist.’’ ganization of the ousted BJP, that assas- did a report that showed the government ad- The time has come for India to make a sinated Mohandas Gandhi and takes note of mitted to holding 52,268 Sikh political pris- clean break with its past by punishing those India’s violent history, urging Prime Minister oners. They have been held without charge responsible for these actions, compensating Singh to take strong measures to avoid re- or trial, some for as long as 20 years! If you the victims’ families, and committing itself peating this history, such as releasing the po- are truly committed to secularism, one of to preventing and punishing such acts in the your first acts should be to release all polit- litical prisoners that India holds, punishing future. This will show your commitment to ical prisoners. If any have died in custody, secular, democratic government and not the those responsible for atrocities, ending the their bodies should be released to their fami- theocratic repression of the country’s past taking of Punjabi water to nonriparian states lies. These are people who have committed governments. without compensation, and other such policies no crime but opposition to the government. India is a very fractured country. Because I think we can all support. India will be a better How can there be political prisoners in a de- of past history, no party is able to unify the place if Prime Minister Singh implements mocracy? people and command a majority of the sup- these policies. I urge you to restore to Punjab what is port, so coalition governments are inevi- According to the Movement Against State rightfully Punjab’s. I call on you to restore table. Coalition governments are inherently the Punjabi-speaking areas that were re- Repression (MASR), 52,268 Sikhs are being unstable. For example, the support of India’s moved from the state of Punjab to it. Punjab three Communist parties for your coalition held as political prisoners. Amnesty Inter- was meant to be a unified Sikh state and In- weakens your ability to pursue good rela- national reports that tens of thousands of dian governments of the past have pursued a tions with the United States and other West- other minorities are also being held as political deliberate policy of dividing, bankrupting, ern countries, which could increase India’s prisoners. A democracy should not hold polit- and weakening it to divide and weaken the isolation from the world. ical prisoners. I am sure all my colleagues will Sikhs. As a Sikh and as Prime Minister, you History also shows us that multinational agree with me that all these political prisoners are in a position to put a stop to this policy. countries are doomed to failure. Austria- should be released immediately. You are also in a position to restore Punjab’s Hungary, the Soviet Union, Czechoslovakia, water rights. For years, Punjab’s water has and Yugoslavia are examples of this. India is The letter also reminds Prime Minister Singh been diverted to non-riparian states with no a multinational state, not a single country, that while ending the BJP’s policy of compensation to Punjab or to the people of thrown together by British colonialists and Hindutva—total Hinduization of every aspect Punjab. Please put an end to the diversion of with 18 official languages. How can such a of Indian life—will be welcome, it was the Punjab’s water to non-riparian states and country be held together except by massive Congress Party under Dr. Singh’s political pa- when such diversion is necessary, please repression and bloodshed? And the repression trons, the Gandhi family, that carried out the make certain that the Sikh farmers of Pun- has simply created greater resentment of the military attack on the Golden Temple, the cen- jab get appropriate compensation for their central government, which also strengthens ter and seat of the Sikh religion and the mas- water. This is only fair and right, and it is a the support for the 17 independence move- policy that will earn you greater support ments throughout India. Either way, holding sacre of Sikhs in Delhi and elsewhere in India. among the Sikhs. All other states control India together is a futile enterprise destined Dr. Aulakh urges Dr. Singh to make a com- their water resources. to fail. plete break with these policies by punishing We are also pleased that the BJP is out of Since India is a democracy, I urge you to those responsible. power. Rahul Gandhi, MP, the son of Sonia solve this problem the democratic way. In In 1987, the Sikhs declared themselves and Rajiv Gandhi and a member of your 1947, India committed itself to a plebiscite independent from India, naming their new party, pointed out that the RSS, which is the on the status of Kashmir. The Sikhs also country Khalistan. As Dr. Aulakh points out in parent organization of the BJP, assassinated seek their freedom and sovereignty, as the his letter, allowing Khalistan, Kashmir, Mahatma Gandhi. The RSS is a pro-Fascist Nagas and others also do. If India is truly the organization and both Vajpayee and Advani world’s largest democracy, why not simply Nagaland, and the other nations seeking their are proud RSS members. The end of the pol- allow the people to decide their status by a freedom from India to be free is the best way icy of Hindutva will be a welcome develop- free and fair vote. That is the way that you to spare the subcontinent any more blood- ment. Sikh support for the Congress Party is achieved power, by the people’s votes. Why shed. also a by-product of the corrupt Parkash not let the people vote on this critical issue? I join in that call, Mr. Speaker. We should Singh Badal regime in Punjab, the most cor- The essence of democracy is the right of self- support a free and fair plebiscite on the ques- rupt government in Punjab’s history. The determination. tion of independence for the minority nations Badal government even invented a new word As a Sikh, you are aware that the Sikh Na- tion is a separate nation which was supposed of South Asia. And until human rights are fully for bribery: fee for service. However, it was a Congress government that attacked the to receive sovereignty at the time of India’s observed and a complete break is made with Golden Temple and carried out the massacre independence. As you know, Sikhs ruled the bloody and repressive policies of the past, of Sikhs in Delhi and throughout India. Punjab from 1710 to 1716 and from 1765 to the United States should stop providing aid to As your own nephew pointed out, Sikhs 1849. No Sikh representative has signed the India. These measures will encourage India to can never forget the attack on the Golden Indian Constitution to this day. Every day,

VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.023 E01PT1 E974 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 1, 2004 Sikhs pray ‘‘Raj Kare Ga Khalsa,’’ the young man who has exemplified the finest served as a foreshadowing of the resolve he Khalsa shall rule. As you know, the Sikh Na- qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- maintained in all other enterprises in his life. tion declared its independence from India on ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- Mr. McFarland has a lasting legacy in the October 7, 1987, calling their new country Khalistan. As former Jathedar of the Akal ica, Troop 320, and by earning the most pres- state of Alabama, one that will continue to be Takht Professor Darshan Singh has said, ‘‘If tigious award of Eagle Scout. echoed in the structures that he helped build, a Sikh is not a Khalistani, he is not a Sikh.’’ Justin has been very active with his troop by and the minds and determinations that he I know that you are a Sikh, Mr. Prime participating in many Scout activities, earning helped to mold in the next generations of Ala- Minister. I can see your turban. I know that numerous merit badges, and serving in a vari- bama’s citizens. you are concerned about the future of the ety of leadership positions. He has held such Mr. Speaker, I know that the citizens of Ala- Sikh Nation. Therefore, I urge you to sit positions as Patrol Leader, Assistant Patrol bama are aware of and appreciate all that Mr. down with Sikh representatives and nego- tiate the boundaries of a sovereign, inde- Leader, and Senior Patrol Leader, as well as McFarland has done for his state. I am now pendent, free Khalistan. This is the best Troup Guide. Justin has attended camp at honored to recognize his accomplishments to thing that you can do for the Sikh Nation, Saukenauk Scout Reservation as well as this House of Representatives in our nation’s your own people, and it is the best way to en- Camp Maumee and Polar Bear Camp. He has Capitol. sure that India goes the way of Czecho- also attended a High Adventure in Elk Horn, slovakia, not that of Yugoslavia. Please Colorado and a National High Adventure in f spare India, Khalistan, and all the nations of the Northern Tier Bissett. Justin’s dedication is South Asia any further bloodshed. CONGRATULATING BEDFORD FIRE Congratulations again on your new posi- quite impressive as he has been a member of four separate Councils through his career in DEPARTMENT #1, INC. ON 200TH tion. ANNIVERSARY Sincerely, the Scouts. For his Eagle Scout project, Justin DR. GURMIT SINGH AULAKH, organized the materials for him and his fellow President, Council of Khalistan. Scouts to construct a safe and enjoyable play- HON. BILL SHUSTER f ground area for the children of the Clay Coun- OF PENNSYLVANIA IN HONOR OF DAVID SABLE ty Christian Church. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Tuesday, June 1, 2004 commending Justin Myers for his accomplish- HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF NEW YORK his efforts put forth in achieving the highest congratulate the Bedford Fire Department #1, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES distinction of Eagle Scout. Inc. on its 200th Anniversary and to extend my Tuesday, June 1, 2004 f sincere gratitude for the selfless actions of so Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, the adage if you many firefighters over the years. The citizens TRIBUTE TO HONORABLE WARD want something done ask a busy person to do of Bedford, Pennsylvania are undoubtedly WHARTON MCFARLAND it was never more true than in the case of grateful for all that they have done. David Sable. For more than 20 years he has The history of firefighting in Pennsylvania been busy in marketing communications, be- HON. SPENCER BACHUS can be traced back to the early 1700’s. Ben coming vice chair and president of OF ALABAMA Franklin, a Philadelphia resident at the time, Wunderman’s worldwide operations. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES developed a fine-tuned system of volunteer But there is another side of Mr. Sable, one Tuesday, June 1, 2004 firefighters that could handily combat the which led the Riverdale Jewish Center to threat of fire within the city limits. When refer- honor him at their 50th anniversary celebra- Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to remem- ring to how this cooperative technique worked, tion, a decision they said wasn’t particularly ber and pay tribute to one of Alabama’s most Franklin said, difficult. esteemed citizens on the occasion of the 25th Soon after [a fire] is seen and cried out, the He was raised in Riverdale from early child- anniversary of his passing. Today a flag flies place is crowded by active men of different hood, the son of the founding Rabbi of the over the Capitol building to honor the man ages, professions and titles who, as of one Riverdale Jewish Center. He has served the who contributed to the state of Alabama as an mind and rank, apply themselves with all RJC with extraordinary tenure as President educator, lawyer, and as a businessman. The vigilance and resolution, according to their and is currently the Chair of the Board of Honorable Ward McFarland taught at the Uni- abilities, to the hard work of conquering the Trustees. He is, in their words, understanding versity of Alabama in the Economics Depart- increasing fire. of the RJC past, an integral part of its present, ment for two years prior to practicing law in The Bedford Fire Department is one of the and a source of confidence for its future. Tuscaloosa. He served as both State Highway oldest fire departments in the United States, He also has served his community in a larg- Director and Docks Director for the state, and founded in 1804. For 200 years this entirely er sense, as a member of New York City’s participated in International Commerce on be- volunteer department, which now consists of Cultural Advisory Committee and a member of half of the State of Alabama in order to recruit 82 members, has successfully collaborated to the steering committee for the Mail Industry industry. His efforts were recognized in 1979, provide safety and protection for over 11,000 Task Force of the United States Post Office. at the time of his death, as the Alabama State people within an area of 210 square miles. His love for Israel is well known. With the Senate commended him as one of the state’s These volunteer firefighters deserve the breakout of the Yom Kippur war, he joined the most outstanding and contributing citizens. highest honors for constantly putting them- Israeli Defense Force as a combat medic. He Mr. McFarland founded a multi-million dollar selves in harm’s way to protect and save fel- is a member of the Board of the Tzfat Founda- real estate empire that included the construc- low citizens. Their unselfish valor and relent- tion. He has also served the RJC as Youth Di- tion of malls, apartment complexes, medical less dedication to their community make them rector and Vice President. buildings, restaurants, hotels, and neighbor- special, and certainly worthy of praise. A celebration of the Riverdale Jewish Cen- hoods throughout Alabama and the South. His The two stations built within the rural area ter without David Sable would not be a true works were again recognized this past year as provide the necessary resources for the fire- celebration. I congratulate him and the RJC Alabama Governor Bob Riley proclaimed June fighters to perform to the best of their ability for all the good work both have accomplished 20, 2003 to be James Elisha Folsom, Sr.- and handle any variety of situations. The vol- in Riverdale and beyond. Ward Wharton McFarland Day, placing him unteers spend countless hours planning and f alongside the governor with whom he had implementing fundraising events to maintain RECOGNIZING JUSTIN MYERS FOR worked during two administrations. Concomi- adequate facilities, provide each firefighter ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE tant to that proclamation came the naming of with the proper equipment, and ensure the SCOUT a highway in Alabama the ‘‘Folsom-McFarland continued success of the department. Highway’’. I am tremendously appreciative of the vital His legacy reaches well beyond the borders duties that the Bedford Fire Department per- HON. SAM GRAVES of Alabama as well. Mr. McFarland served in forms and for the time it spends contributing to OF MISSOURI the Navy during WWII, during which his vessel the safety of the Bedford community. Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was bombed. Accepting Medical Discharges gratulations on reaching the 200 year mile- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 along with all other survivors of the incident, stone! I am proud to have the distinguished Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause he came home to enlist in the U.S. Army Air honor to represent such a reputable group of to recognize Justin Myers, a very special Corps. His resolute patriotism during this time volunteers.

VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.025 E01PT1 June 1, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E975 RECOGNIZING THE SUCCESS OF The earning of the Girl Scout Gold Award is vealed both a need and support for the work THE THIRD ANNUAL MID-MICHI- a major accomplishment for Molly and I be- of the ARC in Northern Virginia. GAN NATIONAL DANCE WEEK lieve she should receive the public recognition The ARC provides adequate housing, ther- due her for this significant service to her com- apy and employment in an orderly and nour- HON. MIKE ROGERS munity and her country. ishing environment. ARC focuses on the phys- ical and spiritual needs of participants to facili- OF MICHIGAN f tate re-entry into society through gainful em- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FALLEN HEROES ployment. Frequently those who are rehabili- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 tated experience a normal lifestyle. SPEECH OF Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, it is ARC is also unique in that its programs are my pleasure today to recognize the out- HON. BARBARA LEE self supporting. Items such as clothing and standing success of the third Annual Mid- OF CALIFORNIA household items are brought to the salvation centers, repaired and refurbished and then re- Michigan National Dance Week. National IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dance Week is a wonderful opportunity for the sold to the public in the Salvation Army Thrift children in Michigan’s Eighth District as it en- Thursday, May 20, 2004 Stores. courages their cultural growth and promotes Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to re- Finally, ARC does not discriminate based on their physical well-being. In late April, over 450 member our veterans and to mourn all our race, color or religious belief and is open to all mid-Michigan dancers representing 16 dance, losses. Our words today cannot match the elo- men with a treatable handicap. Because of gymnastics and performing arts studios de- quence or power of the moment of silence that these distinct and honest characteristics, the lighted over 3,000 spectators who enjoyed a preceded them because that silence reflects Salvation Army is very successful. Since its in- weekend filled with free, family-oriented enter- all the voices that have been stilled by war. ception ARC has provided an invaluable asset tainment. Each Memorial Day we pause to remember to the Northern Virginia community. Its serv- Over the past 23 years, National Dance those who have fallen in the service of our ices are greatly appreciated. Week has actively encouraged the growth of country. Sadly, in the last year we have added Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to con- dance in America. Today, National Dance hundreds of names to that tragic roll call. gratulate the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilita- Week is providing an opportunity for many Among those names is that of twenty-six tion Center of Alexandria on 20 years of suc- young Michiganders to learn about the cultural year old Specialist Joseph Carl Norquist, of cessful service. I call upon my colleagues to and artistic expression of dance. Oakland, California in my district. Specialist join me in applauding their efforts to prepare Mr. Speaker, National Dance Week is Norquist died in Iraq on October 9, 2003. He individuals in body, mind and spirit for active broadening the horizons and opening doors was serving in the 588th Engineering Bat- useful roles in society. for many of mid-Michigan’s most talented talion. He died when his convoy came under dancers. I ask my colleagues to join me in fire, and he posthumously received the Bronze f recognizing the success of National Dance Star and the Purple Heart. Week 2004 and to wish continued success to Today, my thoughts and prayers go out to TRIBUTE TO ANTHONY ACEVEDO National Dance Week this year and beyond. Specialist Norquist’s family and friends and to f all of those who mourn loved ones that they HON. JOE BACA have lost. OF CALIFORNIA GIRL SCOUTS OF THE U.S.A. This weekend, we also dedicate the World IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AWARD WINNER, MOLLY GOOD- War II Memorial on the Washington Mall, to MAN OF ASTORIA, ILLINOIS honor the service of those veterans, to recog- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 nize their tremendous sacrifice, and to shud- Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, it is with great HON. LANE EVANS der to think for a moment about what our pride that I pay tribute today to Anthony OF ILLINOIS world might have been like had they not Acevedo. He is a man who has exuded integ- served. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rity and great character throughout his life, Mr. Speaker, on Memorial Day, we are es- and it gives me no greater pleasure than join- Tuesday, June 1, 2004 pecially aware of the terrible costs of war. Let ing today with family and friends in honoring Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, today I would like us also then re-dedicate ourselves to the this great patriot. to salute an outstanding young woman who cause of peace so that we can dream of a Anthony was born in San Bernardino, before has been honored with the Girl Scouts of the year when we add no new names to the roster moving to Mexico at the age of 13 where he USA Gold Award by Girl Scouts of Two Rivers of those who have fallen in battle. was schooled. His overwhelming feelings of Council in Quincy, Illinois. She is Molly Good- f patriotism, however, brought him back to the man of Astoria, Illinois. United States where he registered for the draft CELEBRATING THE 20TH ANNIVER- She is being honored for earning the high- and was inducted in August of 1943. As a SARY OF THE ADULT REHABILI- est achievement award in Girl Scouting. The member of the 70th Division, 275th Regiment, TATION CENTER OF THE SALVA- Girl Scout Gold Award symbolizes outstanding Company B, he was sent to Marseilles, TION ARMY accomplishments in the areas of leadership, France in December 1944 to fight on the front community service, career planning, and per- lines of WWII. sonal development. The Girl Scout Gold HON. TOM DAVIS Anthony paid the ultimate price of being a Award can be earned by girls ages 14–17 or OF VIRGINIA soldier when he was captured during the Bat- in grades 9–12. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tle of the Bulge in the winter of 1944 and Girl Scouts of the USA, an organization forced to endure unparalleled torture. Yet Tuesday, June 1, 2004 serving over 2.6 million girls, has awarded through it all, he remained proud, determined, more than 20,000 Girl Scout Gold Awards to Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I and hopeful. Throughout his time serving our Senior Girl Scouts since the inception of the rise today to commemorate the 20th anniver- Nation, he always exhibited a tremendous program in 1980. To receive the award, a Girl sary of the Adult Rehabilitation Center of the passion and a deep resolve to fight for the Scout must fulfill five requirements: earn four Salvation Army in Alexandria, Virginia. freedoms that Americans experience on a interest project patches, earn the Career Ex- The Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC), is a daily basis. He is truly one of our American ploration Pin, earn the Senior Girl Scout Lead- social service organization dedicated to saving heroes. ership Award, earn the Senior Girl Scout Chal- people from addiction, dysfunction, poverty, in- Today, I am proud to join family and friends lenge, and design and implement a Girl Scout carceration, and homelessness. It provides in paying tribute to Anthony Acevedo, a true Gold project. A plan for fulfilling the require- support to those who suffer from social and American patriot. His unselfish duty to our ments of the award is created by the Senior emotional needs and enables them to provide country should not be overlooked. He is a Girl Scout and is carried out through close co- for themselves. symbol of all that we, as Americans, strive to operation between the girl and an adult Girl An impressive 600-person turnout at the be and I present to him today my steadfast Scout volunteer. dedication ceremony on January 29, 1984 re- thanks for his service.

VerDate May 21 2004 05:08 Jun 02, 2004 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01JN8.030 E01PT1 E976 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 1, 2004 RECOGNIZING ERIC G. ANDERSON young man who has exemplified the finest from Liberty High School this month and will FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- begin his college career next fall at the North- EAGLE SCOUT ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- west Missouri State University in Maryville, ica, Troop 1024, and in earning the most pres- Missouri. HON. SAM GRAVES tigious award of Eagle Scout. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in OF MISSOURI Eric has been very active with his troop, commending Eric G. Anderson for his accom- plishments with the Boy Scouts of America IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES participating in many Scout activities and earn- ing a number of merit badges. For his Eagle and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Tuesday, June 1, 2004 Scout project, Eric built a one-hundred fifty- highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause foot vinyl fence at the Earnest Shepard Center to recognize Eric G. Anderson, a very special in Liberty, Missouri. Eric will be graduating

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