[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 50 (Tuesday, April 13, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E623]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     A TRIBUTE TO JOHNSON'S CORNER

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 13, 1999

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, in Larimer County, Colorado, there is a 
family-owned business, Johnson's Corner, which has been named as one of 
the top ten best places in the world to eat breakfast, and was the only 
United States restaurant to be named. Founded by Joe Johnson in 1953 
along Interstate 25 before it was an interstate, it is now run by his 
widow, Virginia, and stepson, Chauncey Taylor.
  What distinguishes Johnson's Corner from all the rest? According to 
Travel & Leisure magazine, it's the restaurant's cinnamon rolls. Today, 
I wish to confirm that the ``World Famous Cinnamon Rolls'' are the best 
and deserve recognition as does the restaurant business itself.
  A way station for travelers driving the interstate highway, this old-
fashioned, 24-hour truck stop lit up with neon signs, serves up 
cinnamon rolls and other good food on formica-topped tables in a family 
atmosphere. The nearly 50-year old business maintains a great deal of 
pride in its service to a clientele of farmers, truckers, cowboys, 
bikers, and tourists. In addition, its location and hospitality have 
proven to be a good place for Members of Congress and other elected 
officials to hold town meetings.
  It is for these reasons I happily rise today to honor the Johnson 
family and their employees at Johnson's Corner. I hold them up to the 
House and to all Americans, as a fine example of the best of America's 
businesses. They exemplify the industrious spirit and can-do-attitude 
that have made America great.

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