[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 112 (Wednesday, July 12, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1414]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


       THE VILLAGE OF SOUTH GLENS FALLS CELEBRATES ITS CENTENNIAL

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                        HON. GERALD B.H. SOLOMON

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 11, 1995
  Mr. SOLOMON. Mr. Speaker, every day when I am home I have the 
privilege of driving through one of the most appealing communities on 
my way to and from my house in Glens Falls and main district office in 
Saratoga.
  The most important community between those two cities is the Village 
of South Glens Falls, which will celebrate its centennial this year. It 
is a village with an interesting heritage and, at the same time, all 
the resources needed for an equally exciting future. I'd like to say a 
few words this morning about South Glens Falls.
  Like the city across the river, South Glens Falls takes its name and 
has built its life around the falls in a bend of the Hudson River. 
There, also, is the site of the famous cave mentioned in James Fenimore 
Cooper's ``Last of the Mohicans.''
  And like many other communities in the area, the birth of South Glens 
Falls was intimately tied to the lumber and paper-making industries. 
It's official beginning as a distinct entity was on August 8, 1895. 
Voters petitioned the formation of the Village to find a source of 
wholesome water for its inhabitants. Funding was approved by a local 
bond vote in early 1896, and the village began building a water system 
fed by a series of springs, pumps, standpipes, and distribution piping.
  A new sewer system was constructed during the 1920's and 1930's, but 
more stringent regulations in the 1970's and 1980's led to major 
reconstruction projects.
  The village is justifiably proud of its success in cleaning up the 
Hudson River for future generations to enjoy. Adding to the quality of 
life was the inclusion of a walk/bike trail along the river and 
refurbishing the old brick treatment plant into a museum, which will be 
dedicated this summer.
  The village is also known for its excellent school system, and other 
amenities that enhanced living, but it has never lost its small-town 
character. Mr. Speaker, the character of America was forged in exactly 
such small towns and villages, where such virtues as thrift, hard work, 
and care for one's neighbors abound.
  All summer long those small-town virtues and 100 years of existence 
will be celebrated in South Glens Falls. The highlight will be the week 
of August 7 to 13, featuring a parade and museum dedication.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask all Members to join me in saluting the people of 
South Glens Falls, with all our best wishes toward a second century of 
growth and prosperity.


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