[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 83 (Friday, June 23, 2006)]
[Senate]
[Page S6456]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                  THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF MILLER, SD

 Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, today I wish to pay tribute to the 
125th anniversary of the founding of Miller, SD. Miller is the county 
seat of Hand County, and a center of commerce and civic-mindedness. I 
am proud to recognize Miller on this historic occasion.
  The site for the town was selected by Henry Miller in 1881 as he came 
north from Benton County, IA. An immigrant train was secured from 
Chicago that brought 22 men to the site. The men drew lots for claims 
and formed the town plat on a 40-acre area. Shortly a grocery store, 
hardware store, hotel, and lumber yard were established. A metropolitan 
hall was also built in order to hold public meetings, dances, and other 
social events.
  Miller is still a thriving community, with two high schools, a public 
library, Hand County Memorial Hospital, the Miller Press weekly 
newspaper, many civic organizations, numerous churches, and a variety 
of stores.
  The people of Miller will be celebrating the quasquicentennial June 
30 through July 4. Some of the scheduled events include a stage 
performance of ``$400, 40 Acres and Fortitude: The Making of Miller,'' 
school reunions, softball, a parade, fireworks, and community potluck. 
These activities will serve to bring this close-knit community even 
closer together.
  I am proud to publicly honor the progressive and innovative community 
of Miller on this important milestone. Even 125 years after its 
founding, Miller continues to be a vibrant addition to our wonderful 
State, and I once again congratulate them on this achievement.

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