[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 38 (Wednesday, April 10, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E480-E481]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO JOHNSTOWN, COLORADO

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 10, 2002

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Johnstown, CO, 
celebrating its 100th year.
  Johnstown was platted by Henry J. Parish in 1902. Mr. Parish named 
the town in honor of his son, John Parish, who was in a Denver hospital 
ill with appendicitis at the time. Henry Parish told his son if he got 
well, he would name the town after him, hence the name Johnstown. Many 
of the streets in Johnstown were also named in honor of John's brothers 
and sisters, and these streets still exist today.
  Since it's founding, Johnstown has been a wonderful place to live. It 
exemplifies the quintessential country town. Johnstown's friendly 
residents enjoy strong family values and are

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also active in the community. Not only is Johnstown a great place to 
start and raise a family, it is also a great place to retire.
  As a town located in Colorado's Fourth Congressional District, 
Johnstown is a source of pride for the community and the people of 
Colorado. Throughout the course of history it has been the home of many 
Coloradans. It is with honor and pride I wish Johnstown a happy 100th 
birthday. I ask the House to join me in extending wholehearted 
congratulations to Johnstown, CO.

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