[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 78 (Tuesday, June 16, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1132]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


            TRIBUTE TO THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE'S 40TH BIRTHDAY

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 16, 1998

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, I would like to send birthday greetings to a 
special city at the heart of Michigan's 10th Congressional District. On 
June 20, 1998, the City of Roseville will celebrate its 40th birthday 
and will dedicate a new library addition. Citizens of Roseville will 
gather at the Civic Center grounds for food and family entertainment in 
honor of this historic occasion.
  When Michigan became a state in 1837, this area was a small farming 
community known first as Orange Township, then as Erin Township. As 
history tells us, William Rose was appointed as the area's first 
postmater in 1836. In a tribute to his father, Denison Rose, a hero of 
the War of 1812, William established the Roseville Post Office. 
Gradually, the whole community became known as Roseville.
  Years passed and the residents witnessed great changes such as a 
plank toll road and the Rapid Electric Interurban. Churches, schools 
and libraries were established as spiritual, educational, and cultural 
centers. In the 1950s, the area experienced a population explosion. 
Homes, shopping centers, industrial plants, and highways were 
developed. In 1958, the booming village was incorporated as the City of 
Roseville.
  As the 52,000 members of this community celebrate their past, they 
are also anticipating a bright future. With the dedication of the new 
addition to Roseville Library, the city is dedicating a living piece of 
history. Mr. Long, who founded the institution in 1936 said, ``No town 
should be without a library.'' Since it has opened, the Library has 
changed locations, expanded, and become ``the information place'' for 
the citizens of Roseville.
  On the 40th Anniversary of the City of Roseville, we celebrate the 
people who have made this community a diverse and wonderful place to 
live. I would like to extend my congratulations on this historic 
occasion and best wishes for a successful future.

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