[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 101 (Thursday, July 1, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1274]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 ON THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF THE VILLAGE OF COCHRANE, 
                               WISCONSIN

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                             HON. RON KIND

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, July 1, 2010

  Mr. KIND. Madam Speaker, it is with great honor that I rise in 
recognition of the Village of Cochrane in Western Wisconsin. Cochrane 
is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its founding on Saturday, July 
3rd.
  Located just east of the mighty Mississippi river, Cochrane is 
surrounded by natural beauty. Located in Buffalo County, it is one of 
the few areas in the Midwest untouched by the glaciers in the last ice 
age. Numerous hills and bluffs rise majestically above its many lakes 
and streams. This beauty is enjoyed by sportsmen from across Wisconsin, 
many of whom come to fish for trout in the nearby rivers and streams.
  While Cochrane citizens once played a role in Wisconsin's timber 
industry in the mills of the nearby City of Buffalo, it has always been 
and always will be an agricultural center. Farming is the number one 
source of income in Buffalo County, and Cochrane is no exception. 
Cochrane's Lacrosse Milling Company plays a vital role in processing 
the natural grains produced across the Midwest. I am very proud of the 
citizens of Cochrane, who help to continue Wisconsin's agricultural 
tradition.
  The Village of Cochrane exemplifies the enduring work ethic present 
in Western Wisconsin. Though not great in size, together communities 
such as Cochran make up an important piece of the social fabric of our 
society. I hope you will join me in applauding the citizens of Cochrane 
for all that they have contributed to their State and our Country over 
the past 100 years. I also hope that they will continue to grow and 
prosper in the months and years ahead.

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