[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 145 (Thursday, September 27, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2014]
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          BOROUGH OF MOHNTON IN BERKS COUNTY 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. JIM GERLACH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 27, 2007

  Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Borough of 
Mohnton in Berks County, Pennsylvania which is celebrating its 100th 
Anniversary this year. Like many municipalities in the 6th District, 
the Borough of Mohnton has a rich and proud history that is the 
foundation for the strength and sense of community that its residents 
share today.
  Mohnton officially became a borough in 1907 when it separated from 
Cumru Township. The community was previously known as Mohn's Store, or 
Mohnsville, in honor of founder Samuel K. Mohn, who opened a store and 
established a post office in 1857. Within the first year of the 
Borough's existence, the Mohnton Fire Co. No. 1 was organized, which 
consisted of a hand-drawn hose cart that was its only means of fighting 
fires. In 1909, the first Borough's high school graduating class had 
just four students. Today, the Borough is a part of the Governor 
Mifflin School District, which proudly boasts over 1400 students in 
high school alone. Over the years, the Borough has grown into a 
thriving community that epitomizes good neighbors and civic-mindedness.
  As a part of the festivities, the Borough has brought back another 
proud tradition that dates back a half-century. Back in the 1950s, 
Mohnton was the local hub of soap-box racing, with fans watching the 
races along Walnut Street. This tradition was rekindled by the Mohnton 
Lions Club this past summer and it was a great event for young and old 
alike.
  This weekend's celebrations will include a Centennial Parade around 
the Northridge section of the community, followed by string bands, 
fireworks and other great musical performances.
  I congratulate Mayor Richard Trostle and all of the other dedicated 
organizing members and volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this 
celebration so successful. I know all my colleagues join me today in 
congratulating the Borough of Mohnton and all its residents for 100 
years of family, faith and tradition and we wish them another 100 years 
of community energy, vitality and success.