[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 128 (Wednesday, September 22, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1691]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING THE CENTENNIAL OF THE ST. LOUIS ZOO

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                           HON. WM. LACY CLAY

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 22, 2010

  Mr. CLAY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th anniversary 
of the world-famous St. Louis Zoo, which I am proud to represent. For a 
century, the St. Louis Zoo, a national landmark located in St. Louis' 
historic Forest Park, has entertained and educated millions of visitors 
from around the world.
  Since the St. Louis Zoo's first days it has pioneered the 
preservation and propagation of endangered species. The St. Louis Zoo 
is a world leader in efforts to conserve animals and their habitats 
through animal management, research, recreation, educational programs 
and environmental stewardship.
  The St. Louis Zoo has played an indispensible role in the development 
of environmental awareness for generations of American children and its 
ongoing research continues to spur new ideas to help visitors 
understand, appreciate and respect the diversity and fragile balance of 
life on earth.
  This year, over three million visitors will be enriched and inspired 
by a visit to the St. Louis Zoo as it continues to entertain and 
educate animal lovers of all ages.
  Madam Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to the Centennial of the 
St. Louis Zoo, and I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring this 
American cultural treasure.

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