[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 3 (Friday, January 5, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E27]
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                           UTAH'S CENTENNIAL

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                         HON. ENID G. WALDHOLTZ

                                of utah

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 5, 1996

  Mrs. WALDHOLTZ. Mr. Speaker, yesterday marked the 100-year 
anniversary of the day that Utah became the 45th State to join the 
Union. On January 4, 1896, President Grover Cleveland signed the 
document that granted Utah statehood, ending a nearly 50-year struggle 
and six failed attempts by Utahans to become one of the United States 
of America.
  When the State of Deseret, as it was formerly know, achieved 
statehood, the Union gained some of the most beautiful, varied 
landscape and spectacular scenery in the United States. From the rugged 
mountains of the High Uintas, to the fantastic display of rock 
architecture in the high deserts, Utah has always attracted those who 
appreciate its unique beauty and splendor. But, its not only Utah's 
great beauty that distinguishes our State, it's the people--they are 
friendly and warm, and, as the State nickname as the Beehive State 
accurately describes, they are industrious, hard working, and 
enterprising.
  In our 100 years, Utahans have made the State prosper and grow, 
creating a successful metropolitan area while, at the same time, 
retaining its warmhearted, hometown feel, making it one of the most 
liveable States in the Union. As a Utahan, I am proud to join with the 
people of Utah in celebrating our 100-year anniversary of statehood. We 
have truly made the desert bloom, and Utahans and the entire country 
can take pride in the beauty and accomplishments of our 45th State.

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