[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 54 (Thursday, April 28, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E821]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE INGHAM COUNTY COURTHOUSE

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 28, 2005

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
100th anniversary of the dedication of the Ingham County Courthouse. 
Construction of the courthouse began in April 1902 and the cornerstone 
was laid May 5, 1903. The original structure was finally completed in 
late 1904 at a cost of $96,678.00 and was dedicated on May 9, 1905. In 
1971, the courthouse was placed on the National Register of Historic 
Places.
  The Ingham County Courthouse is a monument to the mechanical and 
architectural knowhow of the people of Michigan. Designed by a Lansing 
architect and constructed by Michigan contractors, the century-old 
Ingham County Courthouse stands tall as a testament to quality of 
Michigan workmanship.
  Mr. Speaker, our Nation's historic places are a vital link to our 
past and mark the progress of our Nation. I ask my colleagues to join 
me in recognizing the importance of these historic buildings and to 
celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Ingham County Courthouse.

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