[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 102 (Friday, July 28, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1597]
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  IN RECOGNITION OF THE ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CLAY COUNTY 
                               COURTHOUSE

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 28, 2006

  Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I respectfully request the 
House's attention today to pay tribute to the people of Clay County, 
Alabama, who on August 12, 2006, will celebrate the centennial 
anniversary of their county's beautiful and historic Courthouse.
  Known across East Alabama as an architectural gem, the Clay County 
Courthouse was built in 1906 overlooking the square with a Seth Thomas 
clock. The building has been the site of a number of historic events 
over the years.
  Over the last decade, Clay County citizens have witnessed the ongoing 
restoration of this beautiful building. In recent years these 
renovations were completed, helping bring the landmark back to its 
historic splendor. Today it continues to serve as the county seat in 
Ashland, Alabama, and features an art gallery, a small museum dedicated 
to Hugo Black, and a historical display of World War I arms.
  The community centennial celebration will occur on Saturday, August 
12, where locals will gather for music, food, arts and crafts downtown.
  I am delighted to be able to congratulate the people of Clay County 
at the celebration of this historic milestone, and hope this fine 
building will continue to serve the people of Alabama well into its 
next one hundred years. I thank the House for its attention on this 
important day.

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