[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 97 (Friday, July 22, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: July 22, 1994]
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     THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LITTLE RAPIDS CORP.--SHAWANO MILL

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                             HON. TOBY ROTH

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 22, 1994

  Mr. ROTH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 100th 
anniversary of the Little Rapids Corp.--Shawano Mill in Shawano, WI.
  The Shawano Mill was founded in 1894 by Frank D. Naber, Joseph J. 
Wirtz, William C. Zachow, and Kleber M. Phillips under the name of the 
Wolf River Paper and Fiber Co. In its early years the company 
specialized in manufacturing groundwood and sulfite pulp, and had one 
paper machine that could utilize purchased fiber. Today there are three 
paper machines in operation at the Shawano Mill, taking the company to 
new heights.
  Production capacity has been expanded, and their product line has 
grown to cover speciality tissue needs of a wide variety of customers. 
In fact, continued expansion and updating of equipment and support 
facilities have made the mill a leading supplier of speciality tissue 
products throughout the United States. Though the mill was started as a 
small venture, it has evolved into one of northeastern Wisconsin's most 
significant manufacturers and employers.
  On July 1, 1993, the mill was renamed Little Rapids Corp.--Shawano 
Mill. It currently employs approximately 230 people whose skills and 
dedication to excellence produce the highest quality specialty tissue 
products, engineered to fit each customer's needs.
  The company's commitment to quality was further demonstrated by its 
recent construction of a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment 
facility. It is truly dedicated to the environment and the community.
  I congratulate the Little Rapids Corp.--Shawano Mill for a century of 
excellence and hope that their prosperity continues for many years to 
come.

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