[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 14 (Tuesday, February 24, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E203-E204]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING THE 200TH ANNIVERSARY OF LEBANON TOWNSHIP

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                          HON. MICHAEL PAPPAS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 24, 1998

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to send congratulations 
and best wishes to the citizens of Lebanon Township as they commemorate 
the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of their community. Our 
nation and this community have come a long way in the past 200 years 
and it is appropriate that we pause and recognize this milestone.
  This is a day of celebration and remembrance--a time to celebrate the 
growth and achievements of Lebanon Township while remembering the 
efforts and sacrifices of the good men and women, past and present, who 
helped to make Lebanon what it is today.
  In its origins as a small rural village community, Lebanon has kept 
with its traditions over the course of time. Remaining a relatively 
small town for most of its history, the people of Lebanon and the rest 
of New Jersey have enjoyed its quiet, peaceful atmosphere and its 
natural beauty. Now in more recent times, Lebanon has exhibited growth 
and prosperity in its business and population. However, it still 
maintains its rural roots and natural splendor that have always made it 
a valuable asset to the community and the state.
  Now, 200 years later, the Township will celebrate its anniversary 
with rich new traditions while honoring its past. These festivities 
include a time capsule burial at the Woodglen School with artifacts and 
mementos of Lebanon, music and dance events, an arts festival; all to 
be led off by a February 21st Proclamation Day celebrating the historic 
bicentennial.

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  In the years to come, I sincerely hope that Lebanon Township will 
continue to build on the foundations of the past to ensure a happy and 
prosperous future for all its residents.
  I offer my congratulations and best wishes to Mayor Art Gerlich and 
the Township Committee. It is my honor to have this municipality with 
the boundaries of my district. And it is my good fortune to be able to 
participate in its very special anniversary.

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