[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 96 (Thursday, June 24, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Pages S5435-S5436]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                           WING, NORTH DAKOTA

 Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, today I recognize a community in 
North Dakota that will be celebrating its 100th anniversary. On July 16 
to 18, 2010, the residents of Wing will gather to celebrate their 
community's history and founding.
  Wing, a Northern Pacific Railroad town site, was founded in 1910, and 
named after Charles Kleber Wing, who plotted many town sites, including 
McClusky, Wing, Pingree, Robinson, and Regan. Leslie B. Draper 
established the first post office on April 15, 1911. Wing was later 
incorporated as a village in 1921.
  Today, Wing's school and residential market continue to prosper. The 
rural area remains rich in wildlife, attracting many out-of-state and 
instate hunters. The residents of Wing place great importance on 
involvement within the community. A strong Wing fire and ambulance 
service exists in town, with many local residents and farmers 
volunteering to perform much needed services.
  Citizens of Wing have organized numerous activities to celebrate 
their centennial. Some of the celebratory festivities include socials, 
a class parade, pitchfork fondue, a concert, and a street dance.

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  Mr. President, I ask the Senate to join me in congratulating Wing, 
ND, and its residents on the first 100 years and in wishing them well 
through the next century. By honoring Wing and all the other historic 
small towns of North Dakota, we keep the great pioneering frontier 
spirit alive for future generations. It is places such as Wing that 
have helped to shape this country into what it is today, which is why 
this fine community is deserving of our recognition.
  Wing has a proud past and a bright future.

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