[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 169 (Thursday, November 20, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2346]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING DON LAUGHLIN, FOUNDER OF LAUGHLIN, NEVADA

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2003

  Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the founder and 
namesake of one of the fastest growing, most dynamic communities in my 
district, Don Laughlin. On Friday the community of Laughlin will join 
together to celebrate the unveiling of a statue of Don that will greet 
visitors to the many gaming, entertainment, and recreational 
opportunities in the city along the Colorado River he created just a 
few decades ago. Don is a visionary leader, and I urge the House to 
join with the thousands of residents, and millions of visitors to 
Laughlin who celebrate his permanent contribution to the landscape and 
culture of Nevada and our country.

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