[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 14 (Tuesday, January 29, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E102]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF ROSELAND, NEW JERSEY

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                      HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 29, 2008

  Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
people of the Borough of Roseland, County of Essex, New Jersey, as they 
commemorate the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of their 
community.
  In 1908, the residents of the Roseland Community, displeased with the 
services they were receiving, took action to separate themselves and 
their town from the Township of Livingston. During this time, many 
communities throughout the State of New Jersey decided to separate from 
larger townships and the time was right for the residents of Roseland 
to make a change.
  The completion of the Morristown and Erie Railroads in 1904-1905 had 
made it possible for residents of Roseland to work in neighboring 
cities, while enjoying life in the country. During this time, the 
Borough purchased water supply lines and installed electric home and 
street lighting which further enhanced life in Roseland. And by the 
1920s, Henry Ford's methods of mass production of the automobile 
changed the development of Roseland forever.
  After World War I, new houses went up, many residents now owned cars 
and Roseland flourished. At this time, the Borough outgrew its country-
style living and joined the more urban society we know today. The Great 
Depression and World War II brought with them some hard times for the 
people of Roseland, but the residents proved that as a community they 
could survive. When called to serve their country, all residents 
accepted their responsibilities, in both military and civilian service, 
and did their part. After victory, the pride felt all over the Nation 
was especially strong in Roseland.
  In the following decades, Roseland's development continued. During 
this time, great improvements in community services and facilities were 
made. Roseland is now thriving with a prosperous business and corporate 
center, excellent schools, recreational facilities and a strong sense 
of community.
  Madam Speaker, for the past 100 years, the Borough of Roseland has 
prospered as a community and continues to flourish today. By all 
accounts, it will continue to thrive in the future, and I ask you, 
Madam Speaker, and my colleagues to congratulate all residents of 
Roseland on this special 100th anniversary year.

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