[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 103 (Thursday, June 22, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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     TRIBUTE TO THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PHILADELPHIA CHINATOWN

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                        HON. THOMAS M. FOGLIETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 22, 1995
  Mr. FOGLIETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commemorate the 125th 
Anniversary of Philadelphia's magnificent Chinatown.
  In 1870, a small laundry was established on Race Street, between 9th 
and 10th. From that single, small business a bustling community grew. 
In 1995, the Chinese American community is proudly celebrating the 
125th anniversary of Chinatown with events throughout the year. 
Chinatown has developed into one of the most significant contributors 
to the Social, economic, and cultural vitality of Philadelphia. Indeed, 
Chinatown is the city's premier marketplace for Chinese food and 
oriental products, but it is so much more. It is a meeting place for 
friends and relatives. It is a home and source of comfort for newly 
arrived immigrants. Chinatown is where traditional culture is preserved 
and ethnic identify perpetuated. The central event of Chinatown's 125th 
Anniversary will be a parade and dedication ceremony at 2:00 p.m. on 
Sunday, June 25th. The starting and ending point of the parade and the 
location of the ceremony will be where Chinatown started--Race Street 
between 9th and 10th. Other celebration events include an art exhibit 
by Asian American artists; a benefit recital; and an ``Honor The Elders 
Day.''
  Chinatown's rich, historical roots and ethnic diversity have 
contributed greatly to the City of Brotherly Love. I am proud of the 
contributions of the Philadelphia Chinatown and I congratulate 
Chinatown on its 125th Anniversary.


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