[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 106 (Tuesday, June 27, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1344]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  SAN YSIDRO NEIGHBORHOOD HISTORY DAY

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                            HON. BOB FILNER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 1995
  Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the community of San 
Ysidro in recognition of San Ysidro Neighborhood History Day. Its 
official name, ``San Ysidro,'' was given in 1909 by a group of people 
who came to live in the valley and founded a small agricultural colony 
named after Saint Isidro--the patron saint of field laborers and 
agriculture.
  In 1957, San Ysidro was incorporated to the city of San Diego. Today, 
in 1995, because it is California and San Deigo's gateway to Mexico and 
Latin America, San Ysidro plays a major role in the development of San 
Diego.
  The success of this unique community is an example of what happens 
when people take pride in their neighborhood--a community made up of 
friends and families that work hard every day for the betterment of the 
residents and especially the children.
  San Ysidro Neighborhood History Day was celebrated with exhibits 
about the history of San Ysidro, the unveiling of murals by the 
children of San Ysidro, and a theatrical performance. I have been 
working with the community of San Ysidro since my days on the San Diego 
City Council to help the community foster pride in its diversity and 
culture. I was proud to participate with the community in recognizing 
San Ysidro Neighborhood History Day.


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