[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 91 (Thursday, July 13, 2006)]
[Senate]
[Page S7508]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              100TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOWBELLS, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, today I recognize a community in 
North Dakota that will be celebrating its 100th anniversary. On July 
28-30, the residents of Bowbells will gather to celebrate their 
community's history and founding.
  Bowbells is a vibrant community in northwestern North Dakota, just a 
short drive from the Canadian border. The town was founded in 1896 with 
the help of the Soo Line Railroad that passed through the town. The 
name ``Bowbells'' came from the bells at the Church of St. Mary-le-Bow 
located in London, England, that were in the shape of bows. By 1913, 
the town was served by two different railroad lines. Today, it is the 
county seat of Burke County, ND.
  Many citizens of Bowbells support their families through agriculture, 
producing a wide array of products, including canola, flax, barley, 
sunflowers, hard red spring wheat, and durum. Located near Bowbells is 
the Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge, which supports a large waterfowl 
population. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy both fishing and hunting 
opportunities in and around Bowbells.
  Citizens of Bowbells have organized numerous activities to celebrate 
their centennial. Some of these activities include a golf tournament, 
class reunions, street dances, a 5K/10K walk/run, a parade, softball 
and baseball games, and all-faith services.
  Mr. President, I ask the Senate to join me in congratulating 
Bowbells, ND, and its residents on the first 100 years and in wishing 
them well through the next century. By honoring Bowbells 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 Bowbells that have helped to shape this country into what it is 
today, which is why this fine community is deserving of our 
recognition.
  Bowbells has a proud past and a bright future.

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