[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 30 (Friday, February 13, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E283-E284]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING THE CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF EAST NORRITON TOWNSHIP

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                            HON. JIM GERLACH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 13, 2009

  Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor an outstanding 
southeastern Pennsylvania municipality celebrating its centennial 
anniversary.

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   East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, is a 6.1-square mile 
municipality that was established on March 9, 1909. However, East 
Norriton's roots can be traced back to the early days of the 
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
   The vast tract where East Norriton is located was one of William 
Penn's early manors known as Williamstadt. The Township's long history 
includes a direct connection to America's courageous fight for 
independence. George Washington visited his wounded troops at Bartle 
Bartleson's Tavern along Germantown Pike during the Revolutionary War, 
according to historians.
   As the region grew, a number of additional municipalities did as 
well. Eventually, East Norriton was formally incorporated in 1909 when 
it was carved out of the larger municipality known as Norriton 
Township.
   Residents have been commemorating the 100th anniversary with events 
throughout the past year and will continue their celebration on Friday, 
February 20, 2009 with a Centennial Celebration Dinner.
   Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in 
congratulating the Township on its momentous anniversary and extending 
best wishes for continuing prosperity, harmony and quality of life.

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