[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 146 (Saturday, October 8, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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        IN HONOR OF THE 325TH ANNIVERSARY OF WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 7, 1994

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
congratulate the citizens of Woodbridge as they celebrate the 
township's 325th anniversary. This is a very special time for those 
living in Woodbridge. It is a time to look back at the proud and 
glorious history of the township. It is a time to commemorate a 
wonderful history.
  Woodbridge is the fifth largest municipality in New Jersey with a 
population of 93,086 covering 27 square miles. The township consists of 
ten sections, including, Avenel, Colonia, Fords, Hopelawn, Iselin, 
Keasbey, Menlo Park Terrace, Port Reading, Sewaren and Woodbridge 
proper. Many major corporations are based or have regional offices in 
Woodbridge. Among them are: Hanson Industries Inc., Siemens, Ciba 
Consumer Pharmaceutical, Englehard Corp., Merck & Co., Hess, 
Carborundum Co., Ecolab, Kullman Industries and Supermarkets General.
  The township has a rich history. In 1664, settlers, mostly from New 
England, began arriving in the Woodbridge area. In 1669, Woodbridge was 
officially chartered as the property of Sir Phillip Carteret, Governor 
of New Jersey at the time. In 1751, James Parker opened his print shop 
which published New Jersey's first newspaper. In 1877, the first school 
in Woodbridge opened, along with Barron Library. When the United States 
entered World War II, Woodbridge citizens came together to lend a hand 
to the war effort by establishing a township defense council to handle 
all emergencies. In 1965, the township received the All American City 
Award from the National Municipal League.
  This is a proud time for the citizens of Woodbridge because they are 
celebrating the anniversary of their township. Today, Woodbridge is 
regarded as a state and national leader for its achievements in local 
government. Its citizens are kind people dedicated to serving their 
community. They are the kind of people who come together in times of 
difficulty, as well as in times of prosperity.
  Woodbridge will be concluding their year-long celebration with a 
heritage ball on October 23. I hope this event is successful and 
enjoyable for all in attendance.
  I am proud to have such a municipality in my district. Woodbridge is 
just one example of how well government can work. I would like to offer 
my best wishes to the citizens of Woodbridge for a prosperous future.

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