[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 100 (Monday, July 19, 2004)]
[Senate]
[Page S8420]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING THE CITY OF FREEMAN

 Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, today I wish to publicly recognize 
and acknowledge the 125th anniversary of the founding of the city of 
Freeman, SD.
  Freeman was settled throughout the 1870s by German and Russian 
immigrants. By 1879, like many cities throughout South Dakota, a 
railroad stop had been established in Freeman and was a center for 
immigrants arriving at that period of time. In 1893, the town was 
officially incorporated.
  By 1893, Freeman had established numerous businesses, schools, and 
many residences. The town of Freeman combines a rich heritage with 
strong hopes for the future. The Freeman Area Veterans Memorial and the 
Heritage Hall Museum are two examples of the town's appreciation for 
its rich history. Two strong schools give the town an appeal to 
families raising children and comprehensive medical services attract 
people to retire in Freeman. A strong, diverse economy including retail 
businesses, professional services, and manufacturing components keeps 
Freeman strong.
  Freeman is the type of town that forms the backbone of rural life in 
South Dakota. Hometown values, respect for neighbors, and a commitment 
to its past all point to a prosperous future for Freeman. It is with 
great honor that I advise my colleagues of the achievements made by 
this great community.

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