[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 70 (Friday, May 23, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1054]
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  TRIBUTE TO GREENWOOD COUNTY IN HONOR OF THEIR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

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                         HON. LINDSEY O. GRAHAM

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 22, 1997

  Mr. GRAHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Greenwood 
County, of the Third Congressional District in South Carolina, on their 
100th anniversary. Founded in 1897, Greenwood County began when over 
1,100 residents petitioned South Carolina Governor W.H. Ellerbe 
requesting a special election for the formation of a new county. Now, a 
hundred years later, over 59,000 Greenwood County citizens anxiously 
await their County's birthday to celebrate its proud past and bright 
future.
  Through the years, the citizens of Greenwood County have had the 
foresight and vision to facilitate growth throughout the County. Now, 
Greenwood County is home to many thriving businesses, cutting-edge 
industries, and close-knit families who represent a wholesome all-
American way of life. These outstanding citizens characterize their 
proud past and their overwhelming confidence in the future.
  Greenwood County residents have become active participants in 
commemorating this special event. The month-long-celebration 
festivities include essays, exhibits, lectures, and old photos to be 
enjoyed by the young and old, native and transplant. In addition to 
various planned activities, a special song to commemorate the Greenwood 
County Centennial was written.
  As a successful and eventful chapter closes in the history of 
Greenwood County, I send my best wishes for a flourishing and thriving 
future. It is an honor and privilege for me to represent Greenwood 
County and their interests in the U.S. House of Representatives. I look 
forward to watching the growth and development of Greenwood County over 
the next 100 years.

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