[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 130 (Saturday, August 5, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1664]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                   CONGRATULATIONS PIONEER CITY RODEO

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                           HON. GLENN POSHARD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 4, 1995
  Mr. POSHARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Pioneer 
City Rodeo of Palestine, IL, on being named the best small outdoor 
rodeo in America. The Pioneer City Rodeo was selected from a field of 
over 700 small outdoor rodeos by a distinguished panel of livestock 
contractors, top cowboys, and specialty rodeo acts. The chairman of the 
rodeo committee, Roy Shaner, is credited with the continued success of 
the rodeo, which is now in its 29th year.
  Recently in Las Vegas, NV, The Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association 
awarded the Pioneer City Rodeo a commemorative flag, ceremonial belt 
buckle, and a check for $1,000. Continuing an annual tradition, the 
Pioneer City Rodeo donated their winnings to the cowboys crisis fund to 
held families of injured cowboys. This is a true showing of cowboy 
honor and while the rodeo's selection as the best in America is a grand 
achievement the example these fine people set is an even greater 
accomplishment.
  Being voted the best small outdoor rodeo in America is a great 
achievement and I am honored to represent these award winning cowboys 
in Congress. Congratulations Pioneer City Rodeo, you are the best in 
America.


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