[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 85 (Wednesday, June 29, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: June 29, 1994]
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                       TRIBUTE TO PARKER CITY, IN

  Mr. COATS. Mr. President, I rise today in honor of the 100th 
anniversary of the incorporation of the town of Parker City, IN. 
Situated in central Indiana, Parker City enjoys a rich history. 
Formerly known as Morristown, Parker City was laid out in November 
1851. The first passenger train came through the town in 1852, and in 
1872 the community's Methodist Church was built. The first gas well was 
drilled in 1892, and since then natural gas has played a major role in 
the town's development. In 1891, the name of the town was changed from 
Morristown to Parker. Parker was incorporated in 1894, and the name was 
officially changed from Parker to Parker City in 1975.
  Parker City is home to a friendly community that is proud of its 
churches, factory, fire department, businesses, and civic 
organizations. Although the town limits have expanded, Parker City 
continues to offer a high quality of life that meets the needs of its 
residents and welcomes newcomers to this quaint town. Parker City 
represents the character and smalltown values on which our Nation was 
built. I congratulate the people of Parker City on their 100th 
anniversary.

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