[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 88 (Monday, June 20, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Pages S3914-S3915]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          BOWDLE, SOUTH DAKOTA

 Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. President, today I pay 
tribute to the 125th anniversary of the founding of the city of Bowdle, 
SD. Bowdle, like many of the cities in South Dakota, was founded for 
its position along the railroad tracks.
  Alex M. Bowdle, an employee for Chicago & Milwaukee Railroad, founded 
Bowdle in 1886. He chose the location for its readily available access 
to clean water. This water was essential for the trains to use in their 
boilers, and helped to keep the trains moving on schedule. The water 
also greatly benefited area farmers who needed it for irrigation of 
their crops.
  Bowdle through the years has continued to be a thriving community. 
Their commitment to education can be seen in the graduates of the 
Bowdle School District. In addition city of Bowdle has many outdoor 
recreation options including pheasant hunting and the Bowdle Golf Club, 
which residents believe is one of the best courses in the State.
  Bowdle's residents have a strong local community and take pride in 
their city. To celebrate the momentous occasion the city is planning to 
hold a street dance with live music, along with many other events to 
bring the surrounding community together to share stories and 
experiences of the beloved city of Bowdle.
  I am proud to publicly honor Bowdle on this memorable occasion. Small

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communities such as Bowdle are part of the backbone of our great State, 
and help to preserve our rich frontier history and deep-seated 
character. Bowdle exemplifies what it means to be a great South Dakota 
community.

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