[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 130 (Friday, October 7, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2049]
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   IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH ANNIVERSAY OF THE CITY OF BELLEVILLE, 
                                MICHIGAN

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                       HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 7, 2005

  Mr. McCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tribute to the City of 
Belleville, Michigan, which is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its 
incorporation.
  Located on the southwestern fringe of the Detroit metropolitan area, 
in VanBuren Township, the City of Belleville was originally founded in 
1820. The area was a small industry-trade center in the early 1800s 
when farming and lumbering were the main occupations.
  Today, Belleville and Van Buren Township make up a diverse community 
of approximately 40,000 residents and is home to Wayne County's largest 
inland lake. The area is enhanced by its homes, schools, churches, 
shopping centers, and industrial parks.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the 
people of Belleville as they celebrate their historic past. It is my 
hope this fine community will enjoy a long and prosperous future.

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