[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 154 (Thursday, October 22, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2612]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING THE CENTENNIAL OF FLOYDADA, TX

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                         HON. RANDY NEUGEBAUER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 22, 2009

  Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Madam Speaker, I am proud to congratulate the City of 
Floydada, TX, on the occasion of its centennial celebration. This 100 
year milestone was commemorated by the dedication of the ``Centennial 
Plaza'' on October 2, 2009.
  Floydada was officially incorporated in October 1909 with a 
population of approximately 500. In 1910, the Santa Fe Railroad arrived 
in town, sparking the growth and development of this community. 
Floydada has seen great changes over the past years from the building 
of new public facilities and fire stations to meeting the challenges of 
hard times in the 1930s.
  Throughout its 100-year history, farming and ranching, as well as a 
sense of community and fellowship, have sustained Floydada.
  Today, the Floydada community remains a stronghold for agriculture 
and authentic country living and has earned the title of ``Pumpkin 
Capital of the U.S.''
  I am proud to recognize Floydada, the P.R.I.D.E. Committee, the 
Centennial Committee and over 4,000 residents of the city on the 100th 
anniversary of their wonderful community.

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