[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 70 (Wednesday, June 3, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E997-E998]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


        RECOGNIZING BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP ON ITS 200TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. MICHAEL PAPPAS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 3, 1998

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to send 
congratulations and best wishes to the citizens of the Bethlehem 
Township as they commemorate the 200th anniversary of the founding of 
their community. It is important that we recognize the magnitude of 
this anniversary and the events that have marked the history of this 
great township.
  This is truly a day in which the citizens of Bethlehem can both 
rejoice and reflect upon. The township has endured many difficult times 
in its 200 years and has persevered through

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them all. This is a time to celebrate the growth and achievements of 
the township and the efforts of all those who have paved its path to 
success. It is a time to remember the sacrifices of the good men and 
women, past and present, who helped to make Bethlehem what it is today.
  Mr. Speaker, on June 6, the township will celebrate its Founder's 
Day, a day that will feature parades, a picnic, and a ceremony to honor 
its former mayors and other important residents who have made 
significant contributions. This is a time to remember all those who 
have made Bethlehem the prospering community that it is today. The 
parade is being hailed as a tribute to all citizens of the community. 
All attendees are encouraged to participate in the festivities as to 
truly symbolize the spirit of community in this great township.
  Through both the remembrance of its history and the celebration of 
its present, this day promises to be a very special one. In the years 
to come, I am confident that Bethlehem Township will continue to build 
on its established foundations and will continue to enjoy the success 
that it has come to know.
  I congratulate Mayor Walter Baumgarten and all of the township's 
citizens on this great honor. I am proud to have the township in my 
district.

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