[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 155 (Wednesday, December 1, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2028]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  IN HONOR OF THE LEWISVILLE FEED MILL

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 1, 2010

  Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of the Lewisville 
Feed Mill in Lewisville, Texas. After a 124 year history as a 
cornerstone of the economic community, the mill will close its doors at 
the end of October.
  The Lewisville Feed Mill has operated continuously since opening for 
business in 1886 and has remained a family related business ever since. 
Along with other agriculture related businesses such as a grist mill 
and a cotton gin, the mill helped spur the economic growth of early 
Lewisville.
  As Lewisville's landscape shifted from an agricultural center to a 
suburban business area, the Lewisville Feed Mill adapted. The business 
was sustained by carrying lawn care products and pet supplies, along 
with small scale farming gear.
  The mill's current owner is James Polser, who has managed to hang 
onto part of Lewisville's small-town atmosphere and recreate it for 
others to see. The building is filled with memorabilia from past 
generations, much of it on public display. Mr. Polser is known for 
welcoming visitors with old-town friendliness.
  The Lewisville Feed Mill has long served as a gathering spot. The 
seats overlooking Main Street have been occupied by local residents, 
businessmen and civic leaders who stopped by for coffee and fellowship. 
It has evolved to a multi-generational destination, as visitors who 
first came to the mill in their youth, now bring their children and 
grandchildren.
  During these times of constant rush and change, James Polser is to be 
commended for keeping us connected to a traditional way of life. I am 
grateful to have had the Lewisville Feed Mill in the 26th District of 
Texas.

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