[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 72 (Thursday, June 8, 2006)]
[Senate]
[Page S5656]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF MAX, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize a 
community in North Dakota that will be celebrating its 100th 
anniversary. On June 30-July 2, the residents of Max will gather to 
celebrate their community's history and founding.
  The community of Max began its century in the heartland on August 8, 
1906, when it was platted by J.G. Sheldrick. The town gained its 
unusual name because when people would come to the post office, a 
shaver named Max would jokingly ask if they were coming to his post 
office. The name Max's Post Office stuck and was later transferred to 
the town.
  Max prides itself on community involvement. The Community 
Enterprises, a group that invests in and sustains local businesses, has 
helped keep this small town vibrant. The annual ``Great Plunge'' is an 
example of the lively, fun-loving spirit in Max. In this event, the 
community places a large Dr. Pepper can on an ice-covered pond. Tickets 
are sold with the day and time the ice will melt, causing the can to 
fall into the pond.
  The community has planned a wonderful weekend celebration to 
commemorate its 100th anniversary. Events include a street dance, 
children's activities, skits, presentations and fireworks.
  I ask the Senate to join me in congratulating Max, ND, and its 
residents on their first 100 years and in wishing them well through the 
next century. By honoring Max and all the other historic small towns of 
North Dakota, we keep the great pioneering frontier spirit alive for 
future generations. It is places such as Max that have helped to shape 
this country into what it is today, which is why this fine community is 
deserving of our recognition.
  Max has a proud past and a bright future.

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