[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 138 (Wednesday, October 26, 2005)]
[Senate]
[Page S11915]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                HONORING THE STUDEBAKER NATIONAL MUSEUM

 Mr. BAYH. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to a 
community landmark in northern Indiana. The Studebaker National Museum 
is home to more than 114 years of automobile history, including four 
presidential carriages and several vehicles from the original 
Studebaker collection.
  The Studebaker name has been a significant part of the South Bend 
community since 1852 when the Studebaker brothers founded their 
blacksmith business. For more than a century, the Studebaker 
Corporation helped form the economic and social fabric of the area, 
employing tens of thousands of Hoosiers and providing classic 
affordable cars to thousands more.
  In 1966, the Studebaker Corporation donated its collection of rare 
and antique vehicles, beginning the automobile collection at the 
Studebaker National Museum. The collection has continued to grow since 
then, demonstrating both Studebaker's famous craftsmanship and 
innovative design, as well as the evolution of the automobile industry. 
The collection now tells the story of America's Industrial Age, 
bringing the era to life for Hoosiers and Americans from across the 
country.
  In addition to the educational and historical services it provides, 
the Studebaker National Museum is a committed leader in the development 
and growth of South Bend's vibrant economy and the revitalization of 
the Historic West Washington District.
  Soon, the Museum will be relocating into the Historic West Washington 
District. On the occasion of this move, I commend the Studebaker 
National Museum on their impressive service to the community thus far 
and wish them well in their new location.

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