[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 145 (Tuesday, October 13, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2117]
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                    TRIBUTE TO THE TOWN OF ATHERTON

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                           HON. ANNA G. ESHOO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 13, 1998

  Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Town of Atherton in San 
Mateo County, California as it celebrates its 75th Anniversary.
  The Town, incorporated in 1923, was named after Faxon Atherton and 
his daughter-in-law, writer Gertrude Atherton. Faxon Atherton's home, 
Valparaiso, was built in the 1860s and was among the first of the great 
estates in San Mateo County. The Town grew as these properties were 
subdivided and Atherton is now home to some of the best and brightest 
minds in San Mateo County and the Silicon Valley. From this quiet 
bedroom community, the leaders of the economic engine that has driven 
California, emerge daily to fuel further growth.
  Atherton is an educated, civic-minded community. Its residents are 
known for their leadership, serving on boards and civic organizations 
whose work is felt throughout the Bay Area and California. Atherton is 
also known for the philanthropic endeavors of its residents who give 
most generously of their resources to assist those issues that are near 
and dear to their hearts.
  In the midst of wooded surroundings, Atherton boasts some of the 
finest educational institutions. Sacred Heart Preparatory, the Menlo 
School and Menlo College make their home in Atherton. The student 
population at the Town's eleven schools surpasses the number of 
residents. These schools are active in the community and educate the 
next generation of community leaders and Atherton residents.
  The Town government is mindful of preserving a country atmosphere as 
urban growth continues in San Mateo County. The Town's General Plan 
specifically states that Atherton desires ``to preserve its character 
as a scenic, rural, thickly wooded residential area, with abundant open 
space and with streets designed primarily as scenic routes rather than 
for speed of travel.''
  With its quiet tree lined streets and beautiful homes, Atherton is 
one of the jewels in the crown of the 14th Congressional District, a 
place I'm proud to call my home. I ask my colleagues to join me in 
celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the incorporation of the Town of 
Atherton and commend its residents for their extraordinary achievements 
and contributions to our community and our country.

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