[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 90 (Thursday, July 13, 2000)]
[Senate]
[Page S6675]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          NORTHAMPTON COUNTY CELEBRATES ITS 250TH ANNIVERSARY

 Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize 
Northampton County, Pennsylvania as it begins preparation for its 250th 
anniversary. Northampton County was established in 1752, thus its 
official celebration will not occur until March 11, 2002. However, on 
June 26, 2000, Northampton County kicked off this celebration with a 
lunch designed to draw support and preparation for the events in 2002.
  Jerry Seyfried, former county executive and current court 
administrator, is coordinating the celebration preparations. He 
mentioned some of the events that are in the works, including a parade 
on September 23, 2001, a historic family treasure hunt, a black-tie 
gala, and a sports showcase. Most importantly, the celebrations will be 
geared toward local schools, churches and ethnic groups. This 
celebration is expected to be the largest event that Northampton County 
has ever undertaken.
  Northampton County has served as a crucial part of Pennsylvania's 
history, and I commend the area for initiating such a tremendous 
celebration for this most historic event. I look forward to the 
upcoming festivities in 2002 and hope to participate in them.

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